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F470 HEO

1988 BMW K75

Red Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

56,805 mi
Last recorded56,805 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF470 HEO
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 56,805 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2024 56,805 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2014 56,800 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 56,578 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 56,015 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 55,853 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 55,750 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 55,664 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 55,664 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 55,538 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 55,370 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 55,167 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 55,167 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2005 54,732 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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F470 HEO is a 1988 BMW K75 in Red with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 F470 HEO, 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 F470 HEO?

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What year was F470 HEO registered?

F470 HEO is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 8 September 1988.

Is F470 HEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F470 HEO shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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