CarVerify

Free Car Check

G170 SCN

1989 BMW K75

Grey Petrol 740cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,875 mi
Last recorded92,875 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW K7551,029 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG170 SCN
MakeBMW
ModelK75
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine740cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 92,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2026 92,816 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 88,496 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 88,496 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 88,243 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 88,171 miles

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 83,176 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 28 Jun 2008 83,165 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 79,737 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 74,149 miles

How Reliable is the BMW K75?

Based on 20,132 MOT tests across 2,071 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
898
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,071
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 217
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 149
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 147
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 128
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 121
Full BMW K75 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G170 SCN is a 1989 BMW K75 in Grey with a 740cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1989 BMW K75 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 51,029 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 K75 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 217 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G170 SCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K75 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 37 years old, this BMW K75 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of G170 SCN?

You can check the full history of G170 SCN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G170 SCN registered?

G170 SCN is a 1989 BMW K75, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G170 SCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G170 SCN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G170 SCN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G170 SCN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.