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PLH 683R

1976 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

9,998 mi
Last recorded9,998 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLH 683R
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 9,998 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 6,686 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 99,160 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 14 Jan 2017 99,160 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 21,636 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 11,470 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 11,470 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Fail 25 Jan 2014 93,181 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2014 93,181 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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 26 Jan 2013 24,373 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 94,053 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 28,229 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 64,243 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 42,882 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 73,652 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 92,846 miles

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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PLH 683R is a 1976 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 PLH 683R, 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 PLH 683R?

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What year was PLH 683R registered?

PLH 683R is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 6 August 1976.

Is PLH 683R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLH 683R shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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