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B64 YJD

1985 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

25,775 mi
Last recorded25,775 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB64 YJD
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 25,775 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 25,021 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 25,015 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 24,939 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 24,313 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 22,795 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 20,907 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 19,545 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 18,803 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 18,005 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 17,520 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 17,259 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 16,573 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 15,779 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 15,777 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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B64 YJD is a 1985 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 B64 YJD, 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 B64 YJD registered?

B64 YJD is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 8 March 1985.

Is B64 YJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B64 YJD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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