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VUC 344S

1978 BMW R60

White Petrol 594cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,646 mi
Last recorded85,646 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R6051,471 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUC 344S
MakeBMW
ModelR60
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine594cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 85,646 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 84,643 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 83,764 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 83,764 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 82,947 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 80,964 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

hand gr[ps deteriating

Pass 18 Feb 2014 79,745 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pipe slightly chaffed (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2012 79,670 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 1 Nov 2011 79,452 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2011 79,452 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 77,233 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Oct 2009 75,231 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2009 75,231 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 72,097 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 70,695 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

seat is secure but does not lock down

Pass 30 Sep 2006 69,089 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 10,035 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2005 68,030 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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VUC 344S is a 1978 BMW R60 in White with a 594cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VUC 344S, 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

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What year was VUC 344S registered?

VUC 344S is a 1978 BMW R60, first registered on 27 June 1978.

Is VUC 344S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUC 344S shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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