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SFJ 104N

1974 BMW R90S

Orange Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2022
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

175 mi
Last recorded175 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2021
Typical for 1974 BMW R90S38,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFJ 104N
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1974
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2021 175 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 12 May 2020 54 miles

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 11 May 2019

Day Time Mot Only.

Pass 22 May 2017
Pass 23 May 2016

no lights fitted at time of test

Pass 5 Jun 2015

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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SFJ 104N is a 1974 BMW R90S in Orange with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SFJ 104N, 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

How do I check the history of SFJ 104N?

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What year was SFJ 104N registered?

SFJ 104N is a 1974 BMW R90S, first registered on 31 December 1974.

Is SFJ 104N safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFJ 104N shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SFJ 104N have outstanding finance?

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