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F472 KNE

1989 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

96,644 mi
Last recorded96,644 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 1989 BMW K7551,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF472 KNE
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2020 96,644 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 95,293 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 90,092 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 84,885 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 80,893 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 78,795 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 77,879 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 77,879 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Aug 2013 75,100 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2012 72,492 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 69,963 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 67,722 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 64,277 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 64,277 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 60,361 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 57,381 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 57,381 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 52,455 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K75?

Based on 20,132 MOT tests across 2,071 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
898
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 149
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 147
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 128
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 121
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F472 KNE is a 1989 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 51,029 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K75 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F472 KNE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K75 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this BMW K75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F472 KNE registered?

F472 KNE is a 1989 BMW K75, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F472 KNE safe to buy?

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