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CUH 72V

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,466 mi
Last recorded53,466 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCUH 72V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 11 Nov 2019 53,466 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 53,269 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 52,975 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 52,391 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 51,757 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 50,119 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 49,402 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 47,769 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 44,848 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 42,063 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 40,756 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 37,108 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 37,017 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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CUH 72V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CUH 72V, 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

How do I check the history of CUH 72V?

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What year was CUH 72V registered?

CUH 72V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 26 November 1979.

Is CUH 72V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CUH 72V shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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