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D689 VFL

1986 BMW K75

Grey Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

247 mi
Last recorded247 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW K7549,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD689 VFL
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 247 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 55,362 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 55,362 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2023 55,243 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 55,243 miles

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2021 55,122 miles
Fail 29 May 2021 55,122 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2017 58,422 miles

covers fitted obscuring some components

Pass 2 Apr 2016 54,521 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 54,357 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 54,357 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 54,187 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 54,187 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 51,636 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 49,891 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 48,389 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 47,284 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 44,805 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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D689 VFL is a 1986 BMW K75 in Grey with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 D689 VFL, 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 D689 VFL registered?

D689 VFL is a 1986 BMW K75, first registered on 15 September 1986.

Is D689 VFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D689 VFL shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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