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TLA 198M

1973 BMW R75/5

White Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,603 mi
Last recorded31,603 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1973 BMW R75/551,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTLA 198M
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2018 31,603 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 31,052 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 30,499 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 30,003 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 29,524 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 28,986 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 28,680 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 28,328 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 28,032 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R75/5?

Based on 1,001 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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TLA 198M is a 1973 BMW R75/5 in White with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 BMW R75/5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 51,598 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R75/5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TLA 198M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R75/5 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 53 years old, this BMW R75/5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TLA 198M registered?

TLA 198M is a 1973 BMW R75/5, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is TLA 198M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TLA 198M shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TLA 198M have outstanding finance?

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