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MLF 826P

1976 BMW R90S

Orange Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

90,834 mi
Last recorded90,834 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2018
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLF 826P
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2018 90,834 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 90,447 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 89,702 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 89,690 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 89,656 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 89,656 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 88,010 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2009 87,977 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2007 18,538 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 85,650 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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MLF 826P is a 1976 BMW R90S in Orange with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 MLF 826P, 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 MLF 826P?

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What year was MLF 826P registered?

MLF 826P is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is MLF 826P safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLF 826P shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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