CarVerify

Free Car Check

C714 OBL

1985 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 740cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,184 mi
Last recorded80,184 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2008
Typical for 1985 BMW K7551,747 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationC714 OBL
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc
View full BMW K75 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Jun 2008 80,184 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Sidecar front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 May 2007 78,999 miles

Rear Brake component has a poor repair (3.1.5)

Pass 4 May 2006 74,926 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

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
Full BMW K75 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

C714 OBL is a 1985 BMW K75 in Silver with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 C714 OBL, 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

How do I check the history of C714 OBL?

You can check the full history of C714 OBL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was C714 OBL registered?

C714 OBL is a 1985 BMW K75, first registered on 19 September 1985.

Is C714 OBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C714 OBL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C714 OBL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on C714 OBL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.