MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,893 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Offside Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
How Reliable is the BMW R65?
Based on 9,529 MOT tests across 1,162 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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ECF 493V is a 1980 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1980 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 41,382 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 ECF 493V, 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 46 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of ECF 493V?
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What year was ECF 493V registered?
ECF 493V is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 16 January 1980.
Is ECF 493V safe to buy?
The MOT history for ECF 493V shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does ECF 493V have outstanding finance?
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