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ECC 506X

1982 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,579 mi
Last recorded69,579 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECC 506X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2022 69,579 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 69,180 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 68,835 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 68,483 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 68,098 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 68,098 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 67,483 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 66,491 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 65,221 miles

Throttle cable has a slight tight spot

Pass 28 Aug 2012 64,015 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 62,562 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 61,904 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 61,514 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 60,598 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 59,796 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 58,980 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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ECC 506X is a 1982 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1982 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 39,084 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 ECC 506X, 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 44 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 ECC 506X registered?

ECC 506X is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 17 June 1982.

Is ECC 506X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECC 506X 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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