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PBW 600T

1978 BMW R65

Beige Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,150 mi
Last recorded17,150 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 BMW R6553,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBW 600T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1978
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2018 17,150 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 17,122 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 17,104 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 17,054 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 16,972 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 16,818 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 16,751 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 15,922 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 14,662 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 13,850 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 13,763 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 13,357 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 12,948 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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PBW 600T is a 1978 BMW R65 in Beige with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 53,178 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 PBW 600T, 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 48 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 PBW 600T?

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What year was PBW 600T registered?

PBW 600T is a 1978 BMW R65, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is PBW 600T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBW 600T shows 13 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 PBW 600T have outstanding finance?

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