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EBW 378B

1970 BMW R60

Black Petrol 590cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,847 mi
Last recorded74,847 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEBW 378B
MakeBMW
ModelR60
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine590cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2013 74,847 miles

Slight play in sidecar suspension pivot

Pass 12 Nov 2011 74,630 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 74,384 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 74,204 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 73,990 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 73,800 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 72,689 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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EBW 378B is a 1970 BMW R60 in Black with a 590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 EBW 378B, 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 56 years old, this BMW R60 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EBW 378B?

You can check the full history of EBW 378B by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EBW 378B registered?

EBW 378B is a 1970 BMW R60, first registered on 14 December 1970.

Is EBW 378B safe to buy?

The MOT history for EBW 378B shows 7 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 EBW 378B have outstanding finance?

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