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CLM 598T

1978 BMW R65

Beige Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

66,026 mi
Last recorded66,026 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R6553,178 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCLM 598T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2018 66,026 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 66,003 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 65,801 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 65,801 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Fail 16 Aug 2012 65,752 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 65,752 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 65,705 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 65,594 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 65,472 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 65,421 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 65,339 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 65,235 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2006 65,235 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2005 65,143 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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CLM 598T is a 1978 BMW R65 in Beige with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 CLM 598T, 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

How do I check the history of CLM 598T?

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What year was CLM 598T registered?

CLM 598T is a 1978 BMW R65, first registered on 6 September 1978.

Is CLM 598T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CLM 598T shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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