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KBW 606W

1980 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,303 mi
Last recorded78,303 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBW 606W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2019 78,303 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 76,803 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 74,827 miles

front tyre in poor condition

Pass 15 Jul 2016 73,114 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 71,585 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 70,227 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 68,795 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 67,414 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2011 65,899 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 64,625 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 61,547 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 60,807 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 58,779 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 56,679 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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KBW 606W is a 1980 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 KBW 606W, 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

How do I check the history of KBW 606W?

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What year was KBW 606W registered?

KBW 606W is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is KBW 606W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBW 606W shows 14 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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