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H970 DTM

1990 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

138,850 mi
Last recorded138,850 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW K7548,970 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH970 DTM
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 138,850 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 137,994 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 136,690 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 135,369 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 134,604 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 133,965 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 131,999 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 130,480 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 129,103 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2014 123,965 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 120,674 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 119,816 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 114,686 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 111,456 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 98,690 miles

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

rear brake pedal corroded ( not excessive )

Pass 25 Mar 2006 76,565 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 16 Mar 2006 76,554 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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H970 DTM is a 1990 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H970 DTM, 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

How do I check the history of H970 DTM?

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What year was H970 DTM registered?

H970 DTM is a 1990 BMW K75, first registered on 13 November 1990.

Is H970 DTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H970 DTM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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