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M271 VSR

1995 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

Typical for 1995 BMW K7548,712 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM271 VSR
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 6 Aug 2025

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 29 Jul 2024
Fail 25 Jul 2024

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip (4.1.4 (a))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2023

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour Amber (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2023

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour Amber (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022

Front Mudguard missing

Front pilot bulb not working

Horn slightly loose horn wires come off (7.7 (b))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2022

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Mudguard missing

Front pilot bulb not working

Horn slightly loose horn wires come off (7.7 (b))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2021
Pass 23 Jul 2019

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jul 2019

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 74,689 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 74,178 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 70,598 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 69,743 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 65,294 miles

o/s footrest bracket cracked

Pass 9 May 2013 61,776 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 59,085 miles

Antilock brake warning light on dash

Pass 8 Apr 2011 56,421 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 53,226 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 48,561 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 44,513 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 41,740 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 38,805 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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M271 VSR is a 1995 BMW K75 in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1995 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 48,712 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 M271 VSR, 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 31 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 M271 VSR registered?

M271 VSR is a 1995 BMW K75, first registered on 27 January 1995.

Is M271 VSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M271 VSR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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