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AWU 212K

1990 BMW R75/5

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

34,474 mi
Last recorded34,474 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAWU 212K
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 34,474 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 33,833 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 33,833 miles

Front Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Nearside Rear Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 33,237 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 26,387 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 24,705 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 24,699 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 23,905 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 31 May 2011 23,451 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 23,042 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 22,898 miles

Front brake anchor bar corroded

Fail 16 Jun 2009 22,750 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front brake anchor bar corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2008 22,282 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 17,831 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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AWU 212K is a 1990 BMW R75/5 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 AWU 212K, 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 36 years old, this BMW R75/5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AWU 212K registered?

AWU 212K is a 1990 BMW R75/5, first registered on 1 July 1990.

Is AWU 212K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AWU 212K shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AWU 212K have outstanding finance?

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