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D531 AFH

1986 BMW K75

Red Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,705 mi
Last recorded98,705 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW K7549,687 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD531 AFH
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 98,705 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 98,303 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 98,303 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 94,957 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake lever slightly corroded (3.2.A1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 87,779 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 83,693 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 79,315 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 79,315 miles

Nearside Front Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 3 May 2013 78,282 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 75,164 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 69,697 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 69,697 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 65,379 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 63,820 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 62,005 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2007 61,979 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a) DANGEROUS

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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D531 AFH is a 1986 BMW K75 in Red with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D531 AFH, 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 D531 AFH registered?

D531 AFH is a 1986 BMW K75, first registered on 18 August 1986.

Is D531 AFH safe to buy?

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Does D531 AFH have outstanding finance?

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