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C373 DBW

1985 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

72,769 mi
Last recorded72,769 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC373 DBW
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 72,769 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 72,769 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 72,446 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 72,039 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 71,923 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 71,723 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 71,162 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 70,590 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 70,058 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 68,858 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 67,512 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 66,296 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 64,663 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 63,168 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 61,652 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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C373 DBW 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 C373 DBW, 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

How do I check the history of C373 DBW?

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What year was C373 DBW registered?

C373 DBW is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C373 DBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C373 DBW 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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