CarVerify

Free Car Check

HOY 75N

1975 BMW R90S

Orange Petrol 898cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,649 mi
Last recorded50,649 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1975 BMW R90S40,074 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

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

RegistrationHOY 75N
MakeBMW
ModelR90S
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc
View full BMW R90S reliability data

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

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 50,649 miles

Front Upper Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 19 Apr 2016 48,591 miles

Front Upper Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals

Pass 22 Apr 2015 46,095 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 43,819 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals

Pass 30 Apr 2013 41,509 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 38,891 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front forks stanchion have rubber boots fitted + perishing

Fail 26 Apr 2012 38,891 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

front forks stanchion have rubber boots fitted + perishing

Pass 20 Apr 2011 35,860 miles

Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 20 Apr 2010 31,840 miles

FORK GAITORS FITTED-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 15 Apr 2009 28,511 miles

front fork gaitors fitted-unable to inspect fork seals.

Pass 22 Apr 2008 24,496 miles

advise-fork gaitors fitted=unable to see fork seals.

Pass 26 Apr 2007 20,409 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 16,636 miles

advise-fork gaitors fitted.unable to see fork gaitors

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
Full BMW R90S 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

HOY 75N is a 1975 BMW R90S in Orange with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 HOY 75N, 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

How do I check the history of HOY 75N?

You can check the full history of HOY 75N by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HOY 75N registered?

HOY 75N is a 1975 BMW R90S, first registered on 18 March 1975.

Is HOY 75N safe to buy?

The MOT history for HOY 75N shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HOY 75N 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 HOY 75N. 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.