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RLD 968R

1976 BMW R75/6

Red Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,162 mi
Last recorded61,162 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 1976 BMW R75/642,937 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLD 968R
MakeBMW
ModelR75/6
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 61,162 miles
Fail 8 May 2015 61,162 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 60,113 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 59,959 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 59,959 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jul 2011 59,221 miles

front brake starting to bind

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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RLD 968R is a 1976 BMW R75/6 in Red with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RLD 968R, 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 RLD 968R?

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What year was RLD 968R registered?

RLD 968R is a 1976 BMW R75/6, first registered on 2 November 1976.

Is RLD 968R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLD 968R shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RLD 968R have outstanding finance?

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