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L353 OWY

1994 BMW K75

Blue Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,610 mi
Last recorded73,610 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2013
Typical for 1994 BMW K7548,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL353 OWY
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2013 73,610 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 72,563 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2011 72,563 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 71,639 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 6 Mar 2010 71,639 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 70,412 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 70,412 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2008 69,457 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 69,457 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 62,964 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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L353 OWY is a 1994 BMW K75 in Blue with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1994 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 48,162 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 L353 OWY, 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 32 years old, this BMW K75 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L353 OWY registered?

L353 OWY is a 1994 BMW K75, first registered on 27 June 1994.

Is L353 OWY safe to buy?

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