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MMK 47L

1972 BMW R75/5

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

23,622 mi
Last recorded23,622 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 1972 BMW R75/531,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMK 47L
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 23,622 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 23,313 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 23,019 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 22,539 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 21,987 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 21,748 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 29,937 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 29,937 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R75/5?

Based on 1,001 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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MMK 47L is a 1972 BMW R75/5 in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1972 BMW R75/5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 31,865 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 R75/5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MMK 47L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R75/5 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 54 years old, this BMW R75/5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MMK 47L?

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What year was MMK 47L registered?

MMK 47L is a 1972 BMW R75/5, first registered on 20 November 1972.

Is MMK 47L safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMK 47L shows 8 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.

Does MMK 47L have outstanding finance?

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