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P492 JRJ

1996 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,597 mi
Last recorded21,597 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW K7554,649 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 JRJ
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 21,597 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 19,819 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 19,349 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 19,030 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 17,875 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 16,946 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 16,168 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 15,268 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 14,564 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 14,023 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 13,534 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 12,716 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2008 11,930 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 1,158 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 10,833 miles

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

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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P492 JRJ is a 1996 BMW K75 in Silver with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P492 JRJ, 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 P492 JRJ registered?

P492 JRJ is a 1996 BMW K75, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P492 JRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P492 JRJ shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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