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SMG 689M

1974 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,385 mi
Last recorded40,385 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 1974 BMW R90S38,796 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSMG 689M
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2022 40,385 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit approximately 2mm tread depth, has an age date of 6th week 1991 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit approximately 2mm tread depth has an age date of 17th week 1999 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 40,221 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 40,003 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 39,768 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 39,443 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 39,161 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 38,893 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 38,699 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 38,094 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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SMG 689M is a 1974 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SMG 689M, 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 SMG 689M?

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What year was SMG 689M registered?

SMG 689M is a 1974 BMW R90S, first registered on 17 May 1974.

Is SMG 689M safe to buy?

The MOT history for SMG 689M shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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