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SCW 544L

1973 BMW R75/5

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,018 mi
Last recorded47,018 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 1973 BMW R75/551,598 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSCW 544L
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2025 47,018 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 46,901 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 46,901 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 46,867 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 1 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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SCW 544L is a 1973 BMW R75/5 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SCW 544L, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SCW 544L?

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What year was SCW 544L registered?

SCW 544L is a 1973 BMW R75/5, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is SCW 544L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SCW 544L shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SCW 544L have outstanding finance?

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