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VCW 520R

1976 BMW R75/6

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,190 mi
Last recorded54,190 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2007
Typical for 1976 BMW R75/642,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCW 520R
MakeBMW
ModelR75/6
Year1976
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 20 Jun 2007 54,190 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre sidewall perrished

Pass 30 Mar 2006 52,512 miles

handel bars slightley bent

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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VCW 520R is a 1976 BMW R75/6 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VCW 520R, 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 VCW 520R?

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What year was VCW 520R registered?

VCW 520R is a 1976 BMW R75/6, first registered on 10 August 1976.

Is VCW 520R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCW 520R shows 2 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 VCW 520R have outstanding finance?

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