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GDG 6V

1979 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,546 mi
Last recorded65,546 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDG 6V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 65,546 miles

Rear Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 62,608 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 2 Jul 2013 62,400 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 62,400 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2011 62,015 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 61,686 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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GDG 6V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GDG 6V, 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

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What year was GDG 6V registered?

GDG 6V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 5 September 1979.

Is GDG 6V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDG 6V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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