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AHC 576V

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

24,103 mi
Last recorded24,103 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHC 576V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 24,103 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 47,850 miles

slight oil leak from bottom of engine

Fail 30 Aug 2018 47,850 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

slight oil leak from bottom of engine

Pass 25 Aug 2017 16,502 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear tyre just catches mudguard when compressed

Fail 25 Aug 2017 16,463 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear tyre just catches mudguard when compressed

Pass 16 Aug 2016 49,364 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 62,087 miles

engine has small oil leak

rear tyre slightly underinflated

Pass 28 Mar 2014 64,392 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 47,155 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 30,319 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 29,032 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 39,842 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 28,717 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2007 28,496 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 May 2006 27,179 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R65?

Based on 9,529 MOT tests across 1,162 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
466
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
1,162
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 93
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 65
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 38
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 34
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AHC 576V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1979 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 36,826 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 R65 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AHC 576V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R65 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AHC 576V registered?

AHC 576V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 8 October 1979.

Is AHC 576V safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHC 576V shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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