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XYP 164N

1974 BMW R75/6

Black Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

24,977 mi
Last recorded24,977 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2008
Typical for 1974 BMW R75/658,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYP 164N
MakeBMW
ModelR75/6
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2008 24,977 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Jul 2008 24,977 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2007 18,664 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 18,106 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 18,105 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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XYP 164N is a 1974 BMW R75/6 in Black with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1974 BMW R75/6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 58,830 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 XYP 164N, 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 52 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 XYP 164N?

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What year was XYP 164N registered?

XYP 164N is a 1974 BMW R75/6, first registered on 29 August 1974.

Is XYP 164N safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYP 164N shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XYP 164N have outstanding finance?

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