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D516 NBW

1986 BMW K75

Blue Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

59,174 mi
Last recorded59,174 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW K7549,687 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD516 NBW
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 59,174 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 56,693 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 54,929 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2022 52,562 miles

Front tyre old and worn but still showing legal tread

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Nov 2021 52,137 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 51,393 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 47,337 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 45,003 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 42,995 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 41,801 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 41,072 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 39,552 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 37,092 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 36,400 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 34,768 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2009 33,467 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2009 33,467 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 31,984 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 31,682 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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D516 NBW is a 1986 BMW K75 in Blue with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 D516 NBW, 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 D516 NBW?

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What year was D516 NBW registered?

D516 NBW is a 1986 BMW K75, first registered on 20 October 1986.

Is D516 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D516 NBW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D516 NBW have outstanding finance?

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