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D793 LEL

1997 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,375 mi
Last recorded77,375 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW K7554,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD793 LEL
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2019 77,375 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front footrest slightly bent

Fail 26 Sep 2019 77,337 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Requires Adjustment (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Small Cuts within Tread Exposing Cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Clutch Lever Fouling Fairing on Full Right Hand Lock Test (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Motorcycle structure is so deformed it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering Brake Lever Fouling Fairing on Full Left Hand Lock Test - Brake Lever Also Bent (6.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle Doesn't return to Idle Speed Position as it should after Operation (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre Wearing Uneven and Perished / Cracking

Slight Engine Oil Leak from Underside of Engine

Pass 10 Aug 2018 55,980 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 47,984 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 47,188 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 46,930 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 46,721 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 46,079 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 May 2013 46,079 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 41,482 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2010 41,482 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 40,611 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 37,737 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2007 37,737 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 36,592 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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D793 LEL is a 1997 BMW K75 in Silver with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 54,446 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 D793 LEL, 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 29 years old, this BMW K75 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D793 LEL registered?

D793 LEL is a 1997 BMW K75, first registered on 11 March 1997.

Is D793 LEL safe to buy?

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