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EPL 65V

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,328 mi
Last recorded37,328 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEPL 65V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2016 37,328 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 37,274 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 37,271 miles

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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EPL 65V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 36,826 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 EPL 65V, 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 47 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EPL 65V?

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What year was EPL 65V registered?

EPL 65V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 16 October 1979.

Is EPL 65V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EPL 65V shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EPL 65V have outstanding finance?

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