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RHF 246T

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,798 mi
Last recorded27,798 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHF 246T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2018 27,798 miles

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

Front Fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 27 Jul 2016 26,688 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 24,783 miles

Front Lower Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 23,850 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 23,683 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 23,467 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 23,017 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 21,519 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 20,566 miles
Fail 14 May 2008 20,548 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 19,035 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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RHF 246T is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RHF 246T, 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

How do I check the history of RHF 246T?

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What year was RHF 246T registered?

RHF 246T is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 6 March 1979.

Is RHF 246T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHF 246T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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