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E855 DVO

1988 BMW K75

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2024
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

36,263 mi
Last recorded36,263 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE855 DVO
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 36,263 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2022 36,254 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2021 36,244 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 36,234 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 36,223 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 36,213 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 36,204 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 36,192 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 36,116 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 36,116 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 35,907 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 45,273 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 42,767 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 42,767 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Dec 2011 41,040 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 41,040 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 41,040 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 38,563 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 38,563 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2009 34,711 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2009 34,711 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2008 34,631 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 33,756 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 32,054 miles

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

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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E855 DVO is a 1988 BMW K75 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E855 DVO, 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.

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What year was E855 DVO registered?

E855 DVO is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 30 June 1988.

Is E855 DVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for E855 DVO shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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