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ALZ 322

1976 BMW R90S

Orange Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,878 mi
Last recorded63,878 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 322
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 63,878 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 63,525 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 62,418 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 62,418 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 60,510 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

How Reliable is the BMW R90S?

Based on 1,459 MOT tests across 227 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
344
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
227
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 7
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Direction indicator not working 4
Horn not working 4
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 4
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ALZ 322 is a 1976 BMW R90S in Orange with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 BMW R90S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 34,679 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 R90S fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ALZ 322, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R90S typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 50 years old, this BMW R90S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ALZ 322?

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What year was ALZ 322 registered?

ALZ 322 is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 18 November 1976.

Is ALZ 322 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALZ 322 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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