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A656 YKG

1984 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2025
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,382 mi
Last recorded44,382 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R6529,839 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA656 YKG
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2024 44,382 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Apr 2020 44,057 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jun 2016 42,848 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 42,718 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 42,591 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 42,294 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 42,048 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 41,919 miles

l/h handgrip insecure

leak at r/h silencer joint †

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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A656 YKG is a 1984 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 29,839 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 A656 YKG, 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 42 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 A656 YKG registered?

A656 YKG is a 1984 BMW R65, first registered on 26 June 1984.

Is A656 YKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A656 YKG 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.

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