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HHB 555N

1975 BMW R90S

Orange Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,205 mi
Last recorded11,205 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2018
Typical for 1975 BMW R90S40,074 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHB 555N
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2018 11,205 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 10,196 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 10,194 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 30,192 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 41,172 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 71,005 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 61,874 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 61,443 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 18,876 miles

engine slighty smokeing nearside exhaust

Pass 14 Oct 2009 88,591 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 68,420 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 68,195 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 68,173 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Battery insecure

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 67,945 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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HHB 555N is a 1975 BMW R90S in Orange with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1975 BMW R90S models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 40,074 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 HHB 555N, 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 51 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 HHB 555N registered?

HHB 555N is a 1975 BMW R90S, first registered on 1 March 1975.

Is HHB 555N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHB 555N shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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