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B196 JBB

1985 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,484 mi
Last recorded35,484 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2013
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB196 JBB
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2013 35,484 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 35,484 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 35,450 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 35,380 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 35,240 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 20 Jun 2007 35,194 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 35,194 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 35,126 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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B196 JBB is a 1985 BMW R65 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 B196 JBB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B196 JBB registered?

B196 JBB is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 27 April 1985.

Is B196 JBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B196 JBB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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