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BSJ 18T

1979 BMW R65

Green Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,694 mi
Last recorded55,694 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSJ 18T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 55,694 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 55,002 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 77,736 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 75,391 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 73,993 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 73,843 miles

Front mudgaurd is cracked

Pass 22 Nov 2011 71,880 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 71,879 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 70,731 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 67,510 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 67,295 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2005 63,529 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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BSJ 18T is a 1979 BMW R65 in Green with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BSJ 18T, 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 BSJ 18T registered?

BSJ 18T is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 25 May 1979.

Is BSJ 18T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSJ 18T shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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