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F438 RHM

1989 BMW K75

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

4,076 mi
Last recorded4,076 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW K7551,029 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF438 RHM
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 4,076 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 2,535 miles
Pass 6 May 2023 20,135 miles

Front Wheel hub worn, but not excessively Very slight play in bearing hub (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2022 17,073 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 15,339 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 14,697 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 14,697 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 13,122 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 12,225 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 10,257 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Oct 2009 10,233 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 10,119 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 10,085 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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F438 RHM is a 1989 BMW K75 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1989 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 51,029 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 F438 RHM, 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 37 years old, this BMW K75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F438 RHM registered?

F438 RHM is a 1989 BMW K75, first registered on 20 April 1989.

Is F438 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F438 RHM shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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