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P301 FNV

1996 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,992 mi
Last recorded90,992 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 1996 BMW K7554,649 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP301 FNV
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 90,992 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 90,969 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 90,468 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 90,448 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Rear unable to inspect / view rear brake pads

Pass 25 Mar 2020 89,828 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 87,313 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 83,823 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 80,025 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 76,824 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 76,142 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 74,085 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 68,654 miles

slight play on steering head bearing

slight travel on foot brake pedal

Pass 26 Mar 2013 64,255 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 63,377 miles

ABS warning Light will not extinguish

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2011 62,392 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 59,898 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 54,893 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 15 Sep 2007 49,183 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 28,613 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 28,597 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

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

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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P301 FNV is a 1996 BMW K75 in Silver with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 54,649 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P301 FNV, 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 30 years old, this BMW K75 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P301 FNV registered?

P301 FNV is a 1996 BMW K75, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P301 FNV safe to buy?

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