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B518 SDB

1985 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

19,175 mi
Last recorded19,175 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB518 SDB
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2024 19,175 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 18,503 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 17,386 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 16,132 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 14,413 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 13,272 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 10,685 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 7,950 miles

Offside Rear Upper slight oil misting

Pass 2 Jul 2016 5,478 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 3,954 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 2,463 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 99,489 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 98,203 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 95,481 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 92,441 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 90,288 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 87,688 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 85,985 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 83,521 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 83,521 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2005 79,378 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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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B518 SDB is a 1985 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 B518 SDB, 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 B518 SDB registered?

B518 SDB is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 25 January 1985.

Is B518 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B518 SDB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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