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J501 JFM

1992 BMW K75

Red Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,482 mi
Last recorded39,482 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2020
Typical for 1992 BMW K7552,052 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ501 JFM
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2020 39,482 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 38,066 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 36,510 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 10,236 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 8,456 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 7,758 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 6,750 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 5,427 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 4,003 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear brake pads appear low

Fail 23 Jul 2012 4,003 miles

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear brake pads appear low

Pass 19 Jul 2011 1,315 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 1,299 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 33,784 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 32,786 miles

number plate housing fixing screw missing but secure

Fail 17 Aug 2009 32,786 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

number plate housing fixing screw missing but secure

Pass 7 Aug 2008 31,878 miles

rear pads hard to see for thickness

Pass 8 Jun 2007 30,776 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 30,235 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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J501 JFM is a 1992 BMW K75 in Red with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J501 JFM, 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.

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What year was J501 JFM registered?

J501 JFM is a 1992 BMW K75, first registered on 31 December 1992.

Is J501 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J501 JFM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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