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E829 SWN

1987 BMW K75

Black Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,148 mi
Last recorded62,148 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW K7548,233 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE829 SWN
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2025 62,148 miles

Rear Tyre slight perished

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 61,402 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 58,523 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 53,138 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 50,875 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 48,367 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 47,270 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 45,003 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 42,452 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 40,115 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,019 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 34,888 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 31,511 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 23,656 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 19,197 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 19,057 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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E829 SWN is a 1987 BMW K75 in Black with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E829 SWN, 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

How do I check the history of E829 SWN?

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What year was E829 SWN registered?

E829 SWN is a 1987 BMW K75, first registered on 8 September 1987.

Is E829 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for E829 SWN shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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