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KWB 896P

1975 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2019
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,582 mi
Last recorded44,582 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2018
Typical for 1975 BMW R90S40,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWB 896P
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2018 44,582 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 44,493 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2015 44,270 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 44,004 miles

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

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

Front side light flickers on ocassion

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 43,319 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 42,466 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 40,521 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 38,765 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 35,174 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 35,161 miles

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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KWB 896P is a 1975 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1975 BMW R90S models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 40,074 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 KWB 896P, 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 51 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 KWB 896P?

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What year was KWB 896P registered?

KWB 896P is a 1975 BMW R90S, first registered on 18 August 1975.

Is KWB 896P safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWB 896P shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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