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PKO 8M

1974 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,031 mi
Last recorded15,031 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2017
Typical for 1974 BMW R90S38,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKO 8M
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2017 15,031 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 9,664 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 9,231 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 8,698 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 7,899 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 7,168 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 6,341 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 5,120 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Jul 2010 5,120 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 3,991 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 2,774 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 2,697 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 May 2006 559 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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PKO 8M is a 1974 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1974 BMW R90S models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 38,796 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 PKO 8M, 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 52 years old, this BMW R90S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PKO 8M registered?

PKO 8M is a 1974 BMW R90S, first registered on 12 March 1974.

Is PKO 8M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKO 8M 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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