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C357 SRD

1986 BMW K75

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,290 mi
Last recorded53,290 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 1986 BMW K7549,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC357 SRD
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 53,290 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 53,290 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 50,842 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 47,941 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 46,418 miles

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

headlamp flickers a little at idle

Fail 28 Jul 2012 41,854 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 41,854 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 36,876 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 36,073 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 35,712 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 35,514 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 34,278 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K75?

Based on 20,132 MOT tests across 2,071 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
898
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 149
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 147
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 128
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 121
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C357 SRD is a 1986 BMW K75 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 49,687 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 K75 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C357 SRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K75 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this BMW K75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C357 SRD registered?

C357 SRD is a 1986 BMW K75, first registered on 16 May 1986.

Is C357 SRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C357 SRD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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