MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
81,048 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
Front brake a little spongy
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Front brake a little spongy
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
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
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)
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.
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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.
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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?
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