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OLE 78P

1976 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2022
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,362 mi
Last recorded44,362 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2021
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOLE 78P
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2021 44,362 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 44,231 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 44,197 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 44,175 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 44,175 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 44,043 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 12 May 2016 43,708 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 42,798 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 42,752 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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OLE 78P is a 1976 BMW R90S in Silver 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 OLE 78P, 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 OLE 78P?

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What year was OLE 78P registered?

OLE 78P is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 26 May 1976.

Is OLE 78P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OLE 78P 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.

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