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MCE 53P

1976 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,594 mi
Last recorded71,594 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCE 53P
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2018 71,594 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 71,336 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 71,211 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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MCE 53P is a 1976 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 MCE 53P, 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 MCE 53P?

You can check the full history of MCE 53P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MCE 53P registered?

MCE 53P is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 13 May 1976.

Is MCE 53P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCE 53P shows 3 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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