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TRA 868M

1974 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

62,476 mi
Last recorded62,476 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1974 BMW R90S38,796 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRA 868M
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 62,476 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 62,465 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 62,444 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 62,361 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 62,330 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 62,309 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 62,165 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

front pads face lifting

Pass 12 Jan 2011 61,691 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 61,467 miles

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

Fail 30 Nov 2009 61,467 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 61,429 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

seat pan lose

Pass 7 Nov 2007 61,326 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2006 60,671 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 60,262 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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TRA 868M is a 1974 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 TRA 868M, 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 TRA 868M?

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What year was TRA 868M registered?

TRA 868M is a 1974 BMW R90S, first registered on 29 May 1974.

Is TRA 868M safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRA 868M shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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