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TWL 729X

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,173 mi
Last recorded34,173 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWL 729X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2017 34,173 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 32,479 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 32,467 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 32,455 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 32,443 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 32,428 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 30,808 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 29,420 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 29,086 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 28,556 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 28,021 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 27,392 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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TWL 729X is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc 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 TWL 729X, 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 TWL 729X registered?

TWL 729X is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 1 October 1981.

Is TWL 729X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWL 729X 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 TWL 729X have outstanding finance?

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