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MLE 354P

1975 BMW R75/6

Black Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

29,796 mi
Last recorded29,796 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 1975 BMW R75/640,158 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLE 354P
MakeBMW
ModelR75/6
Year1975
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 29,796 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 29,750 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 19,385 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 29,048 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 28,428 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 28,014 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 2,800 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 10 Jul 2010 2,399 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 39,134 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 34,795 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2008 34,795 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 34,916 miles

MAIN BEAM TELL TALE LIGHT NOT WORKING

Pass 19 Jun 2006 33,009 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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MLE 354P is a 1975 BMW R75/6 in Black with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 MLE 354P, 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 MLE 354P?

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What year was MLE 354P registered?

MLE 354P is a 1975 BMW R75/6, first registered on 5 December 1975.

Is MLE 354P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLE 354P shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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