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H261 FJB

1990 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

89,458 mi
Last recorded89,458 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW K7548,970 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH261 FJB
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2025 89,458 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 87,448 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 85,208 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2021 82,490 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 80,483 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 78,634 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 74,738 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 70,165 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 70,165 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 61,486 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Fail 10 Sep 2015 61,245 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 52,535 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 52,246 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 52,194 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 51,185 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

abs warning light flashing

top yoke knocking

Pass 25 Jul 2009 51,185 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (3.2.B2a)

abs warning light flashing

top yoke knocking

Pass 8 Aug 2008 43,412 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 40,001 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 40,001 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 32,402 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 10 Aug 2006 32,402 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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H261 FJB is a 1990 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 H261 FJB, 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 H261 FJB registered?

H261 FJB is a 1990 BMW K75, first registered on 2 August 1990.

Is H261 FJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H261 FJB shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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