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GTL 706T

1979 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,328 mi
Last recorded60,328 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2009
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGTL 706T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2009 60,328 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jun 2008 57,588 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 56,656 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 56,607 miles

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

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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GTL 706T is a 1979 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 GTL 706T, 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 GTL 706T registered?

GTL 706T is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 19 April 1979.

Is GTL 706T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GTL 706T shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GTL 706T have outstanding finance?

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