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F316 ULJ

1988 BMW K75

Black Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,300 mi
Last recorded36,300 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF316 ULJ
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 36,300 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 36,146 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 35,886 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 35,885 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 35,885 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 35,526 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 35,526 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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F316 ULJ is a 1988 BMW K75 in Black with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F316 ULJ, 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

How do I check the history of F316 ULJ?

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What year was F316 ULJ registered?

F316 ULJ is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 30 September 1988.

Is F316 ULJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F316 ULJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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