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PMJ 96M

1974 BMW R90S

Silver Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,334 mi
Last recorded76,334 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2019
Typical for 1974 BMW R90S38,796 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMJ 96M
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1974
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 11 Jun 2019 76,334 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 76,252 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 76,171 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 75,994 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 75,833 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 75,724 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 75,593 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 75,269 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 75,234 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 75,178 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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PMJ 96M is a 1974 BMW R90S in Silver with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PMJ 96M, 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

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What year was PMJ 96M registered?

PMJ 96M is a 1974 BMW R90S, first registered on 1 April 1974.

Is PMJ 96M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMJ 96M shows 10 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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