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LFN 117P

1976 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,638 mi
Last recorded42,638 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2022
Typical for 1976 BMW R90S34,679 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFN 117P
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2022 42,638 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 41,546 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 40,590 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 40,426 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 40,426 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 39,718 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 38,613 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 36,931 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 36,931 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 35,924 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2013 35,924 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 35,012 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 33,404 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 33,316 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 32,493 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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LFN 117P is a 1976 BMW R90S in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1976 BMW R90S models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 34,679 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 LFN 117P, 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 50 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 LFN 117P?

You can check the full history of LFN 117P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LFN 117P registered?

LFN 117P is a 1976 BMW R90S, first registered on 23 April 1976.

Is LFN 117P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFN 117P shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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