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D585 HOW

1986 BMW K75

Green Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,872 mi
Last recorded73,872 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1986 BMW K7549,687 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD585 HOW
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 73,872 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2021 72,535 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 72,504 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 71,631 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 69,553 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 68,097 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

steering slightly tight ( head bearings )

Pass 15 Jun 2015 66,164 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 65,237 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2013 63,463 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 62,670 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2011 61,384 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 59,360 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2009 52,369 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 47,364 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 45,142 miles
Fail 30 May 2007 45,142 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 May 2006 42,652 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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D585 HOW is a 1986 BMW K75 in Green with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 D585 HOW, 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 D585 HOW registered?

D585 HOW is a 1986 BMW K75, first registered on 4 August 1986.

Is D585 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D585 HOW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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