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OKA 890M

1973 BMW R Series

Red Petrol 746cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

86,699 mi
Last recorded86,699 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 1973 BMW R Series36,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOKA 890M
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1973
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine746cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 9 Jan 2018 86,699 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 74,288 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 65,638 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 53,822 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 41,790 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 28,026 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2012 18,072 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 6,305 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 96,250 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 86,358 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 76,182 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 64,974 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 56,600 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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OKA 890M is a 1973 BMW R Series in Red with a 746cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1973 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 96.2% with a typical mileage of 36,750 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OKA 890M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 53 years old, this BMW R Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OKA 890M?

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What year was OKA 890M registered?

OKA 890M is a 1973 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 November 1973.

Is OKA 890M safe to buy?

The MOT history for OKA 890M shows 13 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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