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L470 PDM

1994 BMW K75

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,844 mi
Last recorded1,844 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW K7548,162 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL470 PDM
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 1,844 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2025 1,801 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 109,828 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2023 108,726 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 May 2023 108,726 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 May 2022 107,233 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 May 2021 106,024 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 103,809 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 102,409 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 May 2018 98,372 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 95,434 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 92,458 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 89,963 miles

abs light on

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 23 Jan 2014 88,211 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Front Avon 100/90/18. 5mm.

Rear Avon 130/90/17. 5mm.

Pass 21 Jan 2013 84,284 miles

ABS not working

Pass 17 Dec 2011 75,602 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 65,356 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 56,570 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 48,764 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2007 39,868 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 36,892 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 35,453 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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L470 PDM is a 1994 BMW K75 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 L470 PDM, 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 L470 PDM registered?

L470 PDM is a 1994 BMW K75, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L470 PDM safe to buy?

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