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XYX 339T

1978 BMW R60

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

38,070 mi
Last recorded38,070 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 1978 BMW R6051,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYX 339T
MakeBMW
ModelR60
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2020 38,070 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 40,714 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 40,619 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 40,612 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 40,609 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 40,439 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 40,420 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2007 39,757 miles

side stand held up with bungy cord

Fail 21 Jul 2007 39,757 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.4a)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

side stand held up with bungy cord

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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XYX 339T is a 1978 BMW R60 in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 XYX 339T, 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 XYX 339T?

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What year was XYX 339T registered?

XYX 339T is a 1978 BMW R60, first registered on 14 September 1978.

Is XYX 339T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYX 339T shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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