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WTE 514T

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,694 mi
Last recorded17,694 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWTE 514T
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2019 17,694 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 17,692 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 17,688 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 17,683 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 17,675 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 17,668 miles

Nearside Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 17,660 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 17,633 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 17,580 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 17,551 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 17,487 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 17,417 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 17,339 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 17,245 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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WTE 514T is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 WTE 514T, 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 WTE 514T?

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What year was WTE 514T registered?

WTE 514T is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 1 June 1979.

Is WTE 514T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WTE 514T shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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