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NPG 490P

1976 BMW R75/6

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,101 mi
Last recorded44,101 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 1976 BMW R75/642,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPG 490P
MakeBMW
ModelR75/6
Year1976
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 44,101 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak ()

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 43,839 miles

Centre Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey balance pipe (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 May 2015 43,580 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 42,899 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 42,401 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 41,566 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 41,307 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2009 40,948 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 40,142 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 24 Sep 2008 40,142 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 39,826 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 39,413 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R75/6?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings are excessively rough 4
wheel bearings have excessive free play 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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NPG 490P is a 1976 BMW R75/6 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1976 BMW R75/6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 42,937 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R75/6 fails its MOT is wheel bearings are excessively rough, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NPG 490P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R75/6 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 50 years old, this BMW R75/6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NPG 490P?

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What year was NPG 490P registered?

NPG 490P is a 1976 BMW R75/6, first registered on 13 July 1976.

Is NPG 490P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPG 490P shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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