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GFT 191W

1981 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,428 mi
Last recorded83,428 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFT 191W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 3 Aug 2021 83,428 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 83,182 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 80,354 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 77,066 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 74,083 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 71,093 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 66,134 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 62,978 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 59,233 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 57,421 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 54,242 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 54,210 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 54,095 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 53,957 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 53,884 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 53,760 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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GFT 191W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 38,621 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 GFT 191W, 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 45 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 GFT 191W registered?

GFT 191W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is GFT 191W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFT 191W shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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