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KVV 940V

1979 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2018
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,283 mi
Last recorded57,283 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVV 940V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2017 57,283 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 57,203 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 57,169 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 56,940 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 56,857 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 56,626 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 56,373 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 55,881 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 55,554 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 5,085 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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KVV 940V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 KVV 940V, 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 KVV 940V registered?

KVV 940V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 18 August 1979.

Is KVV 940V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVV 940V shows 10 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 KVV 940V have outstanding finance?

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