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E974 EGM

1987 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,945 mi
Last recorded51,945 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE974 EGM
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2017 51,945 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2016 51,888 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2015 51,663 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2014 50,927 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2007 49,528 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 47,927 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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E974 EGM is a 1987 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 44,222 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 E974 EGM, 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 39 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E974 EGM registered?

E974 EGM is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 20 November 1987.

Is E974 EGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E974 EGM shows 6 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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