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VGU 71M

1974 BMW R60/6

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,727 mi
Last recorded39,727 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 1974 BMW R60/639,702 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGU 71M
MakeBMW
ModelR60/6
Year1974
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 39,727 miles

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 39,702 miles

front forks covered by gators

Fail 1 Jun 2016 39,702 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

front forks covered by gators

Pass 28 May 2015 39,517 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

front forks covered by gaitors

Pass 23 May 2014 39,448 miles

front forks covered by rubber gators

Pass 8 Nov 2012 39,396 miles

front forks covered by giators

Pass 14 Sep 2011 39,322 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

front forks covered by giators

Pass 2 Jun 2010 39,122 miles

front forks covered by giators

Pass 30 May 2009 38,962 miles

front forks covered by giators

Pass 6 Nov 2007 38,671 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2007 38,671 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2006 38,351 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2006 38,351 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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VGU 71M is a 1974 BMW R60/6 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1974 BMW R60/6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 39,702 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 VGU 71M, 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 52 years old, this BMW R60/6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VGU 71M registered?

VGU 71M is a 1974 BMW R60/6, first registered on 4 July 1974.

Is VGU 71M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VGU 71M shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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