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EAB 301S

1978 BMW R65

White Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,888 mi
Last recorded56,888 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2016
Typical for 1978 BMW R6553,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEAB 301S
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2016 56,888 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 56,744 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 56,744 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 7,254 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 55,569 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 55,274 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 23 Jun 2012 55,274 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

front brake is dragging slightly

Pass 30 Jun 2011 55,078 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 54,276 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 53,614 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 53,614 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 52,646 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 52,254 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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EAB 301S is a 1978 BMW R65 in White with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1978 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 53,178 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 EAB 301S, 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 48 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 EAB 301S registered?

EAB 301S is a 1978 BMW R65, first registered on 6 February 1978.

Is EAB 301S safe to buy?

The MOT history for EAB 301S shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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