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D971 ABD

1987 BMW K75

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

70,000 mi
Last recorded70,000 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW K7548,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD971 ABD
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 70,000 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 69,050 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 68,944 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2022 68,149 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 67,766 miles

Front Lower slight engine oil leak

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 67,156 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 66,799 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 64,922 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 63,265 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 61,849 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 26 Oct 2010 61,849 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Sep 2009 59,933 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 55,790 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 52,674 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 52,555 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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D971 ABD is a 1987 BMW K75 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1987 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 48,233 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 D971 ABD, 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 39 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 D971 ABD registered?

D971 ABD is a 1987 BMW K75, first registered on 4 June 1987.

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