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C175 BVU

1986 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,725 mi
Last recorded5,725 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2016
Typical for 1986 BMW R6539,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC175 BVU
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2016 5,725 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 5,637 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 5,626 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 5,614 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 5,577 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 4,777 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 446 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 4,146 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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C175 BVU is a 1986 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 39,960 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 C175 BVU, 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 40 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 C175 BVU registered?

C175 BVU is a 1986 BMW R65, first registered on 17 February 1986.

Is C175 BVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for C175 BVU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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