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M278 KON

1994 BMW K75

Black Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,860 mi
Last recorded95,860 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2014
Typical for 1994 BMW K7548,162 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM278 KON
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2014 95,860 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 92,741 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 88,185 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 88,185 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 84,253 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2010 80,465 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 76,601 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 76,601 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2007 69,613 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Dec 2007 69,533 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2006 62,423 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2005 53,771 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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M278 KON is a 1994 BMW K75 in Black with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M278 KON, 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.

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What year was M278 KON registered?

M278 KON is a 1994 BMW K75, first registered on 30 September 1994.

Is M278 KON safe to buy?

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