MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
82,277 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)
Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R75/5?
Based on 1,001 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PTX 8M is a 1973 BMW R75/5 in Blue with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1973 BMW R75/5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.8% with a typical mileage of 51,598 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 PTX 8M, 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 53 years old, this BMW R75/5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of PTX 8M?
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What year was PTX 8M registered?
PTX 8M is a 1973 BMW R75/5, first registered on 13 August 1973.
Is PTX 8M safe to buy?
The MOT history for PTX 8M shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does PTX 8M have outstanding finance?
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