MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,950 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn slightly sticky (3.1.3a)
Oil leak various oil leaks at engine ()
Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS
front tyre side walls are perrished
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Rear Registration plate non-relective border wider than permitted (6.3.4h)
front tyre side walls are perrished
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)
Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS
Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS
Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the BMW R65?
Based on 9,529 MOT tests across 1,162 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FKE 899V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 FKE 899V, 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.
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What year was FKE 899V registered?
FKE 899V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 28 August 1979.
Is FKE 899V safe to buy?
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