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JKO 561N

1974 BMW R90S

Black Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,620 mi
Last recorded43,620 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1974 BMW R90S38,796 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJKO 561N
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1974
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 43,620 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 43,620 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2015 43,608 miles

unable to see fork legs due to gaitors fitted

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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JKO 561N is a 1974 BMW R90S in Black with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 BMW R90S models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 38,796 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 JKO 561N, 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 52 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 JKO 561N?

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What year was JKO 561N registered?

JKO 561N is a 1974 BMW R90S, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is JKO 561N safe to buy?

The MOT history for JKO 561N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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