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B547 SDF

1985 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,079 mi
Last recorded74,079 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB547 SDF
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 74,079 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 74,079 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 May 2024 71,426 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 69,152 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 68,805 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 68,284 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2021 68,243 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2019 66,638 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 66,173 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 65,182 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 64,325 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 62,484 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 59,394 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 55,696 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 54,498 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 53,304 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 51,222 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 50,439 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 49,904 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 49,006 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 48,959 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2006 48,192 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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B547 SDF is a 1985 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B547 SDF, 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 B547 SDF registered?

B547 SDF is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B547 SDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B547 SDF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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