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E837 SHA

1988 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

19,822 mi
Last recorded19,822 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE837 SHA
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 19,822 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slight pitting (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Nov 2020 19,767 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 19,704 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 19,300 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 19,207 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 19,076 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 18,946 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 18,155 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,014 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 16,446 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Fail 3 Jun 2008 16,296 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 16,296 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 15,624 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2005 15,254 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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E837 SHA is a 1988 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1988 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 54,218 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 E837 SHA, 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 38 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 E837 SHA registered?

E837 SHA is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 17 May 1988.

Is E837 SHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E837 SHA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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