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OWY 60K

1972 BMW R75/5

Silver Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,511 mi
Last recorded26,511 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 BMW R75/531,865 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOWY 60K
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1972
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 26,511 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 26,281 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 26,140 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 25,391 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 24,949 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 24,536 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 23,977 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 23,085 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 22,609 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 22,609 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 22,450 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 21,823 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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OWY 60K is a 1972 BMW R75/5 in Silver with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 OWY 60K, 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 OWY 60K?

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What year was OWY 60K registered?

OWY 60K is a 1972 BMW R75/5, first registered on 14 April 1972.

Is OWY 60K safe to buy?

The MOT history for OWY 60K shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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