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L262 GYK

1993 BMW K75

Black Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

3,171 mi
Last recorded3,171 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW K7552,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL262 GYK
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 3,171 miles

Front tyre showing some age related cracks

Pass 19 May 2025 1,441 miles

Front tyre cracking on sidewall

Fail 19 May 2025 1,434 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front tyre cracking on sidewall

Pass 24 Jun 2021
Pass 5 Mar 2018 200,219 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 197,015 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2016 193,524 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2016 193,524 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low was completly empty (3.2.B1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2015 190,172 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 190,091 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 184,238 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2013 171,135 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 171,135 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2012 151,855 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 148,059 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2009 143,395 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 141,592 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 8 Dec 2008 141,592 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 137,030 miles

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

Fail 27 Nov 2007 13,695 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2006 13,293 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 128,461 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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L262 GYK is a 1993 BMW K75 in Black with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1993 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 52,794 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 L262 GYK, 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 33 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 L262 GYK registered?

L262 GYK is a 1993 BMW K75, first registered on 23 August 1993.

Is L262 GYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for L262 GYK shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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