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BAA 964V

1980 BMW R65

Gold Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

41,549 mi
Last recorded41,549 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAA 964V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 41,549 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 41,082 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 40,030 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 39,090 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 39,090 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 37,709 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Oil leak

Pass 16 Jan 2014 36,918 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 35,554 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 31 Jan 2013 35,552 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Jan 2012 33,764 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 33,157 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 32,670 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 28,720 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 27,013 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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BAA 964V is a 1980 BMW R65 in Gold with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 41,382 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 BAA 964V, 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 46 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 BAA 964V registered?

BAA 964V is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 14 May 1980.

Is BAA 964V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BAA 964V shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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