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PDU 462R

1976 BMW R75/6

Blue Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,876 mi
Last recorded40,876 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2018
Typical for 1976 BMW R75/642,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPDU 462R
MakeBMW
ModelR75/6
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc
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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2018 40,876 miles

rear tyre feathering

Pass 23 Mar 2017 37,033 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 32,525 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 31,501 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 30,354 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 9,572 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 9,541 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 8,383 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 6,026 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2008 3,652 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2007 1,674 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 96,209 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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PDU 462R is a 1976 BMW R75/6 in Blue with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 BMW R75/6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 42,937 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PDU 462R, 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 50 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 PDU 462R?

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What year was PDU 462R registered?

PDU 462R is a 1976 BMW R75/6, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is PDU 462R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PDU 462R shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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