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DRY 120T

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,227 mi
Last recorded33,227 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRY 120T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 33,227 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 32,722 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 29,524 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 29,031 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 27,906 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 27,694 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 26,389 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 25,942 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 25,929 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

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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DRY 120T is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DRY 120T, 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 DRY 120T?

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What year was DRY 120T registered?

DRY 120T is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 1 May 1979.

Is DRY 120T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRY 120T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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