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OVF 79P

1985 BMW R60

Blue Petrol 597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,477 mi
Last recorded23,477 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOVF 79P
MakeBMW
ModelR60
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine597cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2013 23,477 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 23,447 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 23,425 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2007 23,403 miles

Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 2,338 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2005 23,354 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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OVF 79P is a 1985 BMW R60 in Blue with a 597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OVF 79P, 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 41 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 OVF 79P?

You can check the full history of OVF 79P by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OVF 79P registered?

OVF 79P is a 1985 BMW R60, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is OVF 79P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OVF 79P shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OVF 79P have outstanding finance?

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