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XTW 625S

1978 BMW R60

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,861 mi
Last recorded51,861 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R6051,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTW 625S
MakeBMW
ModelR60
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 51,861 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 51,853 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Mar 2018 51,778 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 51,722 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 51,560 miles

brake warning light on

Fail 11 Mar 2016 51,557 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

brake warning light on

Pass 13 Mar 2015 51,471 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2014 51,419 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 50,732 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 49,186 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 47,068 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Dec 2009 41,984 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 41,953 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear brake light not working

Fail 26 Jun 2009 41,953 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear brake light not working

Pass 24 Jul 2008 40,601 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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XTW 625S is a 1978 BMW R60 in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XTW 625S, 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 XTW 625S?

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What year was XTW 625S registered?

XTW 625S is a 1978 BMW R60, first registered on 22 March 1978.

Is XTW 625S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTW 625S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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