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P459 APL

1996 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

37,505 mi
Last recorded37,505 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1996 BMW K7554,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP459 APL
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 37,505 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 37,488 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 37,478 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 37,451 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 37,441 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 37,434 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 37,434 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 37,412 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Feb 2012 37,412 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 37,396 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 37,375 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 37,375 miles

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 11 Feb 2009 37,269 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 37,018 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 37,018 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2007 35,977 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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P459 APL is a 1996 BMW K75 in Silver with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 P459 APL, 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 P459 APL registered?

P459 APL is a 1996 BMW K75, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P459 APL safe to buy?

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