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E977 EPP

1988 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

244 mi
Last recorded244 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 1988 BMW R6536,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE977 EPP
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 244 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 169 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 63,668 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 63,117 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 62,529 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 61,851 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 60,989 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm tread (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 23 Sep 2016 60,989 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 2mm tread (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 60,557 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 60,221 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 58,321 miles

Fuel filter glass cracked

N/S exhaust slight leak at manifold

Small cut in rear tyre

Pass 1 Dec 2012 55,744 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 53,007 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 51,587 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 47,945 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 47,874 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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E977 EPP is a 1988 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1988 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 36,488 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 E977 EPP, 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 38 years old, this BMW R65 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E977 EPP registered?

E977 EPP is a 1988 BMW R65, first registered on 30 December 1988.

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The MOT history for E977 EPP shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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