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RIW 8397

1997 BMW K75

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

80,329 mi
Last recorded80,329 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW K7554,446 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIW 8397
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 80,329 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 79,999 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 57,672 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 55,389 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 53,674 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 53,674 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2015 50,942 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 50,942 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 50,038 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 49,393 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 48,828 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 48,178 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 47,388 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 46,718 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 46,135 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 45,235 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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RIW 8397 is a 1997 BMW K75 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 RIW 8397, 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 RIW 8397 registered?

RIW 8397 is a 1997 BMW K75, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is RIW 8397 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIW 8397 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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