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F778 MBY

1988 BMW K75

White Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,124 mi
Last recorded31,124 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 BMW K7554,218 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF778 MBY
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 31,124 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 25,561 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 21,813 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 8 Mar 2024 21,813 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 21,285 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 21,284 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 May 2019 19,519 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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F778 MBY is a 1988 BMW K75 in White with a 750cc 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 F778 MBY, 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 F778 MBY registered?

F778 MBY is a 1988 BMW K75, first registered on 8 October 1988.

Is F778 MBY safe to buy?

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