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G988 UYK

1990 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

54,285 mi
Last recorded54,285 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW K7548,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG988 UYK
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 54,285 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 54,015 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 53,960 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 53,850 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 53,850 miles

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 53,449 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 51,522 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 48,173 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 48,173 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2017 44,533 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 44,533 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 42,090 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 39,623 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 39,125 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 38,365 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 35,362 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 31,564 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 29,959 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,034 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,034 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 25,919 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 23,674 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 23,674 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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G988 UYK is a 1990 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1990 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 48,970 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 G988 UYK, 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 36 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 G988 UYK registered?

G988 UYK is a 1990 BMW K75, first registered on 2 February 1990.

Is G988 UYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for G988 UYK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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