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PEH 527W

1981 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2017
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,547 mi
Last recorded50,547 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2016
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEH 527W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 6 Oct 2016 50,547 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 50,460 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 50,303 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 50,130 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 49,734 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 49,185 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 48,313 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 47,626 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 46,674 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 45,310 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 44,185 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 43,841 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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PEH 527W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 38,621 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 PEH 527W, 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 45 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 PEH 527W?

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What year was PEH 527W registered?

PEH 527W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is PEH 527W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEH 527W 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.

Does PEH 527W have outstanding finance?

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