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LOU 160P

1976 BMW R90S

Orange Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,164 mi
Last recorded40,164 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2013
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOU 160P
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2013 40,164 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 39,649 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 38,937 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 38,323 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 37,288 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 37,288 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2008 36,095 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 35,442 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 34,379 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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LOU 160P is a 1976 BMW R90S in Orange with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LOU 160P, 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 LOU 160P?

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What year was LOU 160P registered?

LOU 160P is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 14 May 1976.

Is LOU 160P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOU 160P shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LOU 160P have outstanding finance?

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