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LUE 297P

1975 BMW R75/6

Blue Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

8,540 mi
Last recorded8,540 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 1975 BMW R75/640,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUE 297P
MakeBMW
ModelR75/6
Year1975
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 8,540 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 6,792 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 392 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 42,359 miles

Centre Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 42,359 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 40,953 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 40,953 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 May 2013 39,511 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 39,511 miles

Nearside Front Upper Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 37,997 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 37,997 miles

Centre Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 17 May 2011 36,227 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 36,227 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Front Upper Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 34,923 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 32,889 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 25,716 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 22,636 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 22,095 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R75/6?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 116 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
531
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings are excessively rough 4
wheel bearings have excessive free play 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 3
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
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LUE 297P is a 1975 BMW R75/6 in Blue with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1975 BMW R75/6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 40,158 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 R75/6 fails its MOT is wheel bearings are excessively rough, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LUE 297P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R75/6 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 51 years old, this BMW R75/6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LUE 297P?

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What year was LUE 297P registered?

LUE 297P is a 1975 BMW R75/6, first registered on 5 November 1975.

Is LUE 297P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUE 297P shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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