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YYH 919T

1978 BMW R90S

Orange Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,038 mi
Last recorded50,038 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYYH 919T
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 50,038 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 50,001 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 49,981 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 49,965 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 49,942 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 49,852 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 49,740 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 49,597 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 49,568 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 49,404 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 49,216 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 49,048 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 48,905 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 48,857 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 48,716 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 48,643 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 48,322 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 47,907 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 47,694 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 47,191 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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YYH 919T is a 1978 BMW R90S in Orange with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YYH 919T, 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 48 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 YYH 919T?

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What year was YYH 919T registered?

YYH 919T is a 1978 BMW R90S, first registered on 16 November 1978.

Is YYH 919T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YYH 919T shows 20 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 YYH 919T have outstanding finance?

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