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PUH 588M

1973 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,949 mi
Last recorded54,949 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUH 588M
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1973
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 54,949 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2017 54,726 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 54,509 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 54,191 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 53,769 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2012 53,216 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 52,319 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 51,562 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 51,549 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2007 51,482 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 51,482 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2006 51,430 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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PUH 588M is a 1973 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 PUH 588M, 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 53 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 PUH 588M registered?

PUH 588M is a 1973 BMW R65, first registered on 2 November 1973.

Is PUH 588M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUH 588M shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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