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A782 KKC

1987 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

34,605 mi
Last recorded34,605 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA782 KKC
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 34,605 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 33,870 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 32,685 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 31,704 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 29,974 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 28,310 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 26,394 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 24,479 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 22,330 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 20,102 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 20,093 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Sidecar wheel bearings have excessive free play (5.2.3c)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 18,315 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 16,480 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 14,804 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 13,501 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 11,614 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007
Pass 28 Feb 2006 9,840 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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A782 KKC is a 1987 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1987 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 44,222 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 A782 KKC, 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 39 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 A782 KKC registered?

A782 KKC is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 16 March 1987.

Is A782 KKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A782 KKC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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