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TWT 7W

1981 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

19,178 mi
Last recorded19,178 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTWT 7W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 19,178 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 19,149 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 19,145 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 19,145 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 13 May 2015 19,109 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 19,076 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 19,023 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 18,995 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 18,938 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 18,900 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 18,433 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 18,088 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 17,926 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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TWT 7W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 TWT 7W, 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

How do I check the history of TWT 7W?

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What year was TWT 7W registered?

TWT 7W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is TWT 7W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TWT 7W shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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