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D971 YLE

1986 BMW K75

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

47,231 mi
Last recorded47,231 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 1986 BMW K7549,687 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD971 YLE
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2024 47,231 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 44,440 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 44,308 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 43,636 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 43,035 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 41,285 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2016 41,262 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 40,096 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2014 40,095 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 40,089 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 40,081 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 30 Jul 2012 40,081 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 40,027 miles

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

engine very smokey

Pass 23 Jul 2010 39,899 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 39,874 miles

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

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

rear tyre worn to 2mm

Pass 8 Nov 2007 39,821 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 39,678 miles

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

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

Rear shock has a foam part that is perished

Pass 7 Oct 2005 39,629 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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 YLE is a 1986 BMW K75 in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 D971 YLE, 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

How do I check the history of D971 YLE?

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What year was D971 YLE registered?

D971 YLE is a 1986 BMW K75, first registered on 30 September 1986.

Is D971 YLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for D971 YLE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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