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J221 NEW

1991 BMW K75

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

88,575 mi
Last recorded88,575 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1991 BMW K7551,630 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ221 NEW
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 88,575 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023 83,537 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 77,837 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 73,040 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 73,024 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 70,078 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 66,499 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 66,499 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 60,113 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 54,899 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 49,760 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jun 2012 45,838 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 40,320 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 36,922 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 29,512 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 22,283 miles

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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J221 NEW is a 1991 BMW K75 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1991 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 51,630 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 J221 NEW, 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 35 years old, this BMW K75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J221 NEW registered?

J221 NEW is a 1991 BMW K75, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J221 NEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J221 NEW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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