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JAA 979S

1978 BMW R60

Blue Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,179 mi
Last recorded21,179 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 1978 BMW R6051,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAA 979S
MakeBMW
ModelR60
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 21,179 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 21,135 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 21,135 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 21,118 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 21,046 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 21,020 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 20,996 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 20,994 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 20,980 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 20,966 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 20,707 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 20,315 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 20,288 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R60?

Based on 1,130 MOT tests across 180 vehicles.

91.3%
Pass Rate
446
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
180
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Horn not working 6
wheel bearings have excessive free play 4
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 4
Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute 4
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JAA 979S is a 1978 BMW R60 in Blue with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1978 BMW R60 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 51,471 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R60 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JAA 979S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R60 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this BMW R60 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JAA 979S?

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What year was JAA 979S registered?

JAA 979S is a 1978 BMW R60, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is JAA 979S safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAA 979S 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 JAA 979S have outstanding finance?

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