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M497 AVW

1995 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

26,941 mi
Last recorded26,941 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1995 BMW K7548,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM497 AVW
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 26,941 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 26,069 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 25,367 miles

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 24,640 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 24,210 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 24,140 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 23,691 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 23,475 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 23,214 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 22,962 miles
Fail 22 May 2017 22,962 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2016 22,681 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 22,265 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 21,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 20,760 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2012 20,313 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2011 19,490 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 19,490 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2010 18,923 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 17,408 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 17,408 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 19 May 2008 16,924 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 16,032 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2006 15,542 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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M497 AVW 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 87.5%.

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 M497 AVW, 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 M497 AVW registered?

M497 AVW is a 1995 BMW K75, first registered on 29 June 1995.

Is M497 AVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M497 AVW shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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