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DRY 131T

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,260 mi
Last recorded34,260 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRY 131T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Aug 2020 34,260 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 37,649 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 32,835 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 32,572 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 32,506 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 31,377 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 28,562 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 26,934 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 25,132 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 25,023 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 24,234 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 23,733 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2007 21,654 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 20,864 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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DRY 131T is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DRY 131T, 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 131T?

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What year was DRY 131T registered?

DRY 131T is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 16 May 1979.

Is DRY 131T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRY 131T shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DRY 131T have outstanding finance?

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