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E252 KYE

1987 BMW K75

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

53,009 mi
Last recorded53,009 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW K7548,233 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE252 KYE
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 53,009 miles

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

Rear tyre perishing

Pass 7 Jul 2025 52,425 miles

Rear Rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 1 Jul 2025 52,371 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 18 Jun 2024 51,505 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2023 49,133 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 47,719 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2020 46,986 miles

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

Rear brake pedal corroded - not significantly weakened

Fail 14 Jan 2020 46,980 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure Loose on mounting bolts (4.1.1 (c))

Shock absorber insecurely attached Rear shock absorber - top bolt loose (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pedal pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

Rear brake pedal corroded - not significantly weakened

Pass 26 Nov 2018 45,892 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 43,584 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 41,181 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 38,310 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 36,107 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 34,758 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 31,596 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 28,148 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 27,795 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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E252 KYE is a 1987 BMW K75 in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 E252 KYE, 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 E252 KYE registered?

E252 KYE is a 1987 BMW K75, first registered on 11 September 1987.

Is E252 KYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E252 KYE shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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