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R599 TKL

1997 BMW K75

Silver Petrol 740cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,324 mi
Last recorded36,324 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW K7554,446 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR599 TKL
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 36,324 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 34,919 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 34,556 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 34,545 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 34,125 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 33,784 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 33,206 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 32,885 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 3,153 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 3,153 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam no high beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 20 May 2015 27,937 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 27,933 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 May 2014 23,666 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 20,106 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 18,009 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 May 2011 9,603 miles

rear tyre low

Pass 24 May 2010 3,198 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 3,130 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 2,984 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 2,984 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2006 2,775 miles

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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R599 TKL is a 1997 BMW K75 in Silver with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R599 TKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R599 TKL registered?

R599 TKL is a 1997 BMW K75, first registered on 16 August 1997.

Is R599 TKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R599 TKL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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