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RWT 118K

1972 BMW R75/5

Gold Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,460 mi
Last recorded61,460 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1972 BMW R75/531,865 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWT 118K
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1972
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 61,460 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 61,250 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 61,250 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 60,965 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 60,716 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 60,260 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 59,871 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 59,342 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 59,005 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 59,005 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 58,078 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 57,244 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R75/5?

Based on 1,001 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Throttle operating incorrectly 3
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
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RWT 118K is a 1972 BMW R75/5 in Gold with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1972 BMW R75/5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.2% with a typical mileage of 31,865 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 RWT 118K, 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 54 years old, this BMW R75/5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RWT 118K?

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What year was RWT 118K registered?

RWT 118K is a 1972 BMW R75/5, first registered on 7 July 1972.

Is RWT 118K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWT 118K shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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