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J421 VAV

1991 BMW K75

Purple Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

64,549 mi
Last recorded64,549 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 1991 BMW K7551,630 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ421 VAV
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1991
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 64,549 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 64,548 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 62,108 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 61,322 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 60,232 miles

TRIKE BEEN MODIFIED NO ABS ON REARBUT ABS PUMP FITTED ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM COMPONENT MODIFIEDBUT NOT INAPPOPRIATELY

Pass 13 Aug 2014 57,223 miles

TRIKE BEEN MODIFIED NO ABS ON REAR BUT ABS PUMP FITTED ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM COMPONENT MODIFIED BUT NOT INAPPROPRIATELY

Pass 9 Aug 2013 51,864 miles

Trike Been Modified no abs on rear but abs pump fitted Anti-Lock Braking system component modified but not inappropriately

Pass 8 Aug 2012 51,864 miles

Anti-lock braking system component modified but not inappropriately (3.4.4)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 51,851 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Anti-lock braking system component modified but not inappropriately (3.4.4)

Pass 8 Jun 2010 49,113 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 42,252 miles

front tyre on the limit

insulation tape wrapped around front brake hose. recommend removal & inspection of hose a.s.a.p

Pass 7 Jun 2008 33,686 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 33,622 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2006 33,611 miles

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

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

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

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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J421 VAV is a 1991 BMW K75 in Purple with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 J421 VAV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J421 VAV registered?

J421 VAV is a 1991 BMW K75, first registered on 30 August 1991.

Is J421 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J421 VAV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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