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GOW 111X

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,977 mi
Last recorded43,977 miles
Recorded on23 May 2015
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGOW 111X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2015 43,977 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 43,977 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 43,976 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 43,837 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 43,659 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 43,597 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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GOW 111X is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 GOW 111X, 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

How do I check the history of GOW 111X?

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What year was GOW 111X registered?

GOW 111X is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 9 November 1981.

Is GOW 111X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GOW 111X 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.

Does GOW 111X have outstanding finance?

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