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J454 MDV

1992 BMW K75

Maroon Petrol 780cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,921 mi
Last recorded109,921 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2020
Typical for 1992 BMW K7552,052 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ454 MDV
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine780cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2020 109,921 miles

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened fork stanchions corroded likely to cause seal failure (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 109,921 miles

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

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened fork stanchions corroded likely to cause seal failure (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 109,915 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 109,906 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Nov 2016 109,751 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 107,262 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 104,616 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 102,787 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 101,889 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 May 2011 99,620 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 98,995 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 98,831 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 98,831 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 98,754 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 98,754 miles

Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2006 98,524 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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J454 MDV is a 1992 BMW K75 in Maroon with a 780cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1992 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 52,052 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 J454 MDV, 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 34 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 J454 MDV registered?

J454 MDV is a 1992 BMW K75, first registered on 1 February 1992.

Is J454 MDV safe to buy?

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