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SVW 362W

1981 BMW R65

Grey Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

81,048 mi
Last recorded81,048 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSVW 362W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 81,048 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Fork Seal Untested - Gators Fitted - No Leaks Evident

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2021 81,039 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 80,281 miles

Front brake a little spongy

Fail 8 Aug 2018 80,272 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front brake a little spongy

Pass 11 Aug 2017 79,605 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front LH calliper pads deteriorated

Pass 6 Aug 2016 78,841 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 78,478 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 78,328 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 May 2013 78,256 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 3 May 2013 78,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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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SVW 362W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Grey with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SVW 362W, 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

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What year was SVW 362W registered?

SVW 362W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 5 March 1981.

Is SVW 362W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SVW 362W shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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