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C497 BHW

1985 BMW K75

Blue Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,364 mi
Last recorded3,364 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1985 BMW K7551,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC497 BHW
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2019 3,364 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 3,256 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 3 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 66,776 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 66,117 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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C497 BHW is a 1985 BMW K75 in Blue with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 51,747 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 C497 BHW, 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 41 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 C497 BHW registered?

C497 BHW is a 1985 BMW K75, first registered on 17 December 1985.

Is C497 BHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C497 BHW shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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