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WCN 836T

1979 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2020
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCN 836T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Aug 2019 9 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 7 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 81,249 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 78,424 miles

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

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

front brake performance poor

Pass 22 Oct 2008 71,310 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 64,182 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 57,223 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 50,402 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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WCN 836T is a 1979 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WCN 836T, 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 WCN 836T?

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What year was WCN 836T registered?

WCN 836T is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 12 March 1979.

Is WCN 836T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCN 836T shows 8 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 WCN 836T have outstanding finance?

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