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CWG 212V

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,590 mi
Last recorded38,590 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2011
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCWG 212V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Apr 2011 38,590 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 38,590 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 May 2007 36,743 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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CWG 212V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 CWG 212V, 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 CWG 212V?

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What year was CWG 212V registered?

CWG 212V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is CWG 212V safe to buy?

The MOT history for CWG 212V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CWG 212V have outstanding finance?

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