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FKB 53L

1972 BMW R75/5

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,838 mi
Last recorded36,838 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2014
Typical for 1972 BMW R75/531,865 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKB 53L
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1972
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2014 36,838 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 36,817 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 36,405 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 36,108 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 35,582 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 34,137 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 29,810 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R75/5?

Based on 1,001 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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FKB 53L is a 1972 BMW R75/5 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1972 BMW R75/5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 31,865 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R75/5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FKB 53L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R75/5 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this BMW R75/5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FKB 53L?

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What year was FKB 53L registered?

FKB 53L is a 1972 BMW R75/5, first registered on 20 October 1972.

Is FKB 53L safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKB 53L shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FKB 53L have outstanding finance?

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