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MGU 33P

1976 BMW R90S

Orange Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

29,560 mi
Last recorded29,560 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGU 33P
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 29,560 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 29,496 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 29,429 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 29,377 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 29,262 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 29,119 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 28,654 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 28,654 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 27,780 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 27,155 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 26,614 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 25,285 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 23,884 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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MGU 33P is a 1976 BMW R90S in Orange with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MGU 33P, 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 MGU 33P?

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What year was MGU 33P registered?

MGU 33P is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 15 January 1976.

Is MGU 33P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGU 33P shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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