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GFW 595L

1973 BMW R75/5

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,490 mi
Last recorded97,490 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 1973 BMW R75/551,598 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFW 595L
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 97,490 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Mar 2022 97,490 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 97,071 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. 1x (4.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2015 93,437 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 91,874 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 91,286 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 90,340 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 89,357 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 89,357 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 87,914 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 85,873 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 83,636 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 79,514 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 72,410 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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GFW 595L is a 1973 BMW R75/5 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1973 BMW R75/5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 51,598 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 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 GFW 595L, 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 53 years old, this BMW R75/5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GFW 595L registered?

GFW 595L is a 1973 BMW R75/5, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is GFW 595L safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFW 595L shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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