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B561 PRF

1985 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

32,732 mi
Last recorded32,732 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB561 PRF
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 32,732 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 32,582 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 32,144 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 31,127 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 29,753 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 28,044 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 28,036 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 28,036 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 28,028 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2013 27,993 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 27,993 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 27,882 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 27,848 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Sep 2009 27,240 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 26,792 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 26,199 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 25,130 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 25,130 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2005 24,634 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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B561 PRF is a 1985 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 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 B561 PRF, 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 B561 PRF registered?

B561 PRF is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 8 March 1985.

Is B561 PRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B561 PRF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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