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H358 ETA

1990 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

85,538 mi
Last recorded85,538 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 BMW R Series34,079 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH358 ETA
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2025 85,538 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2023 85,538 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2023 85,537 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar grip loose (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached Switch gear loose (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2022 85,461 miles

Front Suspect disc stating to crack

Pass 14 Mar 2016 85,461 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 85,461 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 83,898 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 6 Feb 2014 76,323 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 76,323 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 68,947 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 60,907 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 60,171 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 60,156 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2008 59,295 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 58,590 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 58,590 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 57,651 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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H358 ETA is a 1990 BMW R Series in Black with a 798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1990 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 34,079 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 R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H358 ETA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 36 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H358 ETA registered?

H358 ETA is a 1990 BMW R Series, first registered on 28 September 1990.

Is H358 ETA safe to buy?

The MOT history for H358 ETA shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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