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ETV 96V

1979 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,108 mi
Last recorded7,108 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETV 96V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2016 7,108 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm mishaped (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2015 7,089 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 7,061 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 7,046 miles

front tyre misshaped

Pass 31 Jul 2008 7,021 miles

front tyre starting to misshape

Fail 31 Jul 2008 7,021 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

front tyre starting to misshape

Pass 25 Jul 2006 7,007 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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ETV 96V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 ETV 96V, 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 ETV 96V?

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What year was ETV 96V registered?

ETV 96V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 3 August 1979.

Is ETV 96V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETV 96V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ETV 96V have outstanding finance?

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