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SWW 41M

1974 BMW R75/5

Silver Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,465 mi
Last recorded15,465 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2021
Typical for 1974 BMW R75/532,495 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWW 41M
MakeBMW
ModelR75/5
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2021 15,465 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 44,743 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 5,378 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 82,428 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 81,355 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 80,980 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 79,721 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 77,388 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 77,019 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 77,019 miles

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 76,127 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 75,041 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 72,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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SWW 41M is a 1974 BMW R75/5 in Silver with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1974 BMW R75/5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.2% with a typical mileage of 32,495 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 SWW 41M, 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 52 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 SWW 41M?

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What year was SWW 41M registered?

SWW 41M is a 1974 BMW R75/5, first registered on 2 May 1974.

Is SWW 41M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWW 41M shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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