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KRJ 57P

1975 BMW R Series

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,183 mi
Last recorded62,183 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 1975 BMW R Series47,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRJ 57P
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 62,183 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 59,242 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 57,920 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 46,563 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 46,563 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 95,208 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 53,259 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 53,261 miles

Front Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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KRJ 57P is a 1975 BMW R Series in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1975 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 47,935 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KRJ 57P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 51 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KRJ 57P?

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What year was KRJ 57P registered?

KRJ 57P is a 1975 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 October 1975.

Is KRJ 57P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRJ 57P shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KRJ 57P have outstanding finance?

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