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VMG 211M

1975 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,714 mi
Last recorded9,714 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2008
Typical for 1975 BMW R90S40,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMG 211M
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1975
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2008 9,714 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2008 9,714 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 23 Jun 2007 9,416 miles

Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 9,416 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 8,982 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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VMG 211M is a 1975 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1975 BMW R90S models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 40,074 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 VMG 211M, 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 51 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 VMG 211M?

You can check the full history of VMG 211M by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VMG 211M registered?

VMG 211M is a 1975 BMW R90S, first registered on 31 May 1975.

Is VMG 211M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMG 211M shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VMG 211M have outstanding finance?

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