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KPL 19K

1972 BMW R75/5

White Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

81,872 mi
Last recorded81,872 miles
Recorded on15 May 2010
Typical for 1972 BMW R75/531,865 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPL 19K
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1972
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2010 81,872 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 81,872 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Pass 23 May 2009 81,872 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 81,872 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 May 2008 76,963 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 76,940 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2007 52,880 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 42,748 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R75/5?

Based on 1,001 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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KPL 19K is a 1972 BMW R75/5 in White with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1972 BMW R75/5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 31,865 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 R75/5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KPL 19K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R75/5 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this BMW R75/5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KPL 19K?

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What year was KPL 19K registered?

KPL 19K is a 1972 BMW R75/5, first registered on 26 April 1972.

Is KPL 19K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KPL 19K shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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