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C378 HFC

1986 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

99,201 mi
Last recorded99,201 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW K7549,687 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC378 HFC
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 99,201 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 86,763 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 57,585 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 68,733 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 39,385 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 39,385 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 39,385 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 39,385 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 39,385 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 39,385 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 39,178 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 39,124 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 39,124 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Fail 20 Nov 2013 39,110 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 39,110 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 34,391 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 34,335 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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C378 HFC is a 1986 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C378 HFC, 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

How do I check the history of C378 HFC?

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What year was C378 HFC registered?

C378 HFC is a 1986 BMW K75, first registered on 6 May 1986.

Is C378 HFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C378 HFC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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