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P571 DUD

1997 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

119,479 mi
Last recorded119,479 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW K7554,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP571 DUD
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 119,479 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 117,384 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 117,384 miles

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 114,750 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 110,687 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 107,428 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 105,488 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 105,254 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 105,050 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2017 105,050 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2016 100,815 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2016 100,815 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f)

Pass 1 Mar 2015 95,998 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 90,836 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 85,251 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 79,715 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 4 Apr 2012 79,715 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 73,125 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 67,138 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 62,228 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 57,642 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 54,235 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 48,053 miles

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

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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P571 DUD is a 1997 BMW K75 in Silver with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 54,446 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 P571 DUD, 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 29 years old, this BMW K75 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P571 DUD registered?

P571 DUD is a 1997 BMW K75, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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