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GVB 8N

1975 BMW R60/6

Brown Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2016
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,638 mi
Last recorded30,638 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2015
Typical for 1975 BMW R60/644,438 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVB 8N
MakeBMW
ModelR60/6
Year1975
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2015 30,638 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 30,638 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 30,625 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R60/6?

Based on 819 MOT tests across 120 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
429
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
120
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
wheel bearings are excessively rough 3
Horn control defective 3
Fuel system component leaking 2
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GVB 8N is a 1975 BMW R60/6 in Brown with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1975 BMW R60/6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 44,438 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 R60/6 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GVB 8N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R60/6 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 51 years old, this BMW R60/6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GVB 8N?

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What year was GVB 8N registered?

GVB 8N is a 1975 BMW R60/6, first registered on 26 February 1975.

Is GVB 8N safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVB 8N shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GVB 8N have outstanding finance?

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