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B177 FEW

1985 BMW R65

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,369 mi
Last recorded47,369 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB177 FEW
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 47,369 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 47,328 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2022 47,328 miles

Stop lamp not working off front lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 47,084 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 46,738 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 46,592 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 46,434 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 46,283 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 46,283 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low ADDED FLUID DURING TEST (3.2.B1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED DURING TEST (1.6)

Nearside Indicator switch insecure TIGHTENED DURING TEST (1.5.4)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 46,262 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 46,008 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 45,290 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 44,689 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 44,689 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 44,492 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 43,867 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 43,561 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 43,026 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 40,260 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 38,040 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 38,040 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 23 May 2006 34,481 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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B177 FEW is a 1985 BMW R65 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1985 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 43,756 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 B177 FEW, 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 41 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B177 FEW registered?

B177 FEW is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 30 June 1985.

Is B177 FEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B177 FEW shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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