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GRG 392W

1981 BMW R65

Maroon Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2017
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

1,917 mi
Last recorded1,917 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2016
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRG 392W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2016 1,917 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 1,917 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2008 1,900 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 1,900 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

tyres both aged

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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GRG 392W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Maroon with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 GRG 392W, 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 GRG 392W?

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What year was GRG 392W registered?

GRG 392W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 5 June 1981.

Is GRG 392W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRG 392W shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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