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C235 RRX

1986 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,858 mi
Last recorded17,858 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 BMW R6539,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC235 RRX
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 17,858 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 17,523 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 17,104 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2023 17,104 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 16,452 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 15,546 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 15,030 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2008 15,021 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 14,599 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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C235 RRX is a 1986 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C235 RRX, 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

How do I check the history of C235 RRX?

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What year was C235 RRX registered?

C235 RRX is a 1986 BMW R65, first registered on 27 March 1986.

Is C235 RRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C235 RRX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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