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JJU 271V

1980 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,964 mi
Last recorded74,964 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJJU 271V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Jun 2018 74,964 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 74,334 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated from master cylinder (3.2.B3b)

Front brake lever travel more than normal

fuel cap seal showing signs of deterioration

Pass 8 Apr 2016 73,187 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 71,552 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 70,078 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2012 67,660 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 64,272 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 61,811 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 61,060 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 61,046 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 61,006 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 60,939 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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JJU 271V is a 1980 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 41,382 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 JJU 271V, 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 46 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 JJU 271V registered?

JJU 271V is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 1 March 1980.

Is JJU 271V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JJU 271V shows 12 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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