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L272 DPF

1993 BMW K75

Red Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

27,568 mi
Last recorded27,568 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW K7552,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL272 DPF
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2026 27,568 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 26,787 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2024 26,580 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 25,583 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 24,850 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2022 24,850 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 23,340 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 21,530 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 20,654 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Oct 2016 16,061 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 14,267 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 14,203 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 May 2014 14,203 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 13,183 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Mar 2012 13,180 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 13,058 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 12,921 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 12,892 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 12,581 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2007 12,344 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 12,344 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 12,121 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 11,618 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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L272 DPF is a 1993 BMW K75 in Red with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 L272 DPF, 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.

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What year was L272 DPF registered?

L272 DPF is a 1993 BMW K75, first registered on 16 November 1993.

Is L272 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L272 DPF shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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