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F449 RHM

1989 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

73,380 mi
Last recorded73,380 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW K7551,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF449 RHM
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 73,380 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2025 73,380 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 70,795 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 67,832 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 63,799 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 63,066 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 61,739 miles

Front exhaust heat shield slightly loose.

Pass 22 Jul 2019 58,522 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 52,446 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 47,228 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 45,544 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 38,734 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 34,154 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 34,069 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 34,012 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 33,589 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 33,348 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 33,285 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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F449 RHM is a 1989 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 F449 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F449 RHM registered?

F449 RHM is a 1989 BMW K75, first registered on 14 March 1989.

Is F449 RHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F449 RHM shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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