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C281 BUV

1985 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

41,985 mi
Last recorded41,985 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC281 BUV
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 41,985 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 41,915 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 41,429 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 40,936 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 39,201 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 39,174 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2008 39,126 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 37,246 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 33,231 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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C281 BUV is a 1985 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 C281 BUV, 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 C281 BUV registered?

C281 BUV is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 27 August 1985.

Is C281 BUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C281 BUV 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.

Does C281 BUV have outstanding finance?

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