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CJN 399T

1978 BMW R65

White Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,743 mi
Last recorded58,743 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R6553,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJN 399T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2018 58,743 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 12 May 2017 58,134 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 6 May 2016 57,267 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 57,256 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 12 Mar 2015 56,861 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 56,861 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 56,511 miles

Rear tyre out of shape and feathering

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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CJN 399T is a 1978 BMW R65 in White with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 53,178 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 CJN 399T, 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 48 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 CJN 399T registered?

CJN 399T is a 1978 BMW R65, first registered on 9 November 1978.

Is CJN 399T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJN 399T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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