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MEV 688P

1976 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,330 mi
Last recorded18,330 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEV 688P
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 11 Sep 2025 18,330 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2024 18,289 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 18,147 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 17,993 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 17,904 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 17,706 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 17,442 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 17,298 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 17,287 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 17,254 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 17,232 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 17,203 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 17,055 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 16,993 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 16,746 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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MEV 688P is a 1976 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 MEV 688P, 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 MEV 688P?

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What year was MEV 688P registered?

MEV 688P is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 5 March 1976.

Is MEV 688P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEV 688P shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MEV 688P have outstanding finance?

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