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C451 WRK

1986 BMW R65

White Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 BMW R6539,960 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC451 WRK
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2023

front and rear mudguards missing

Pass 24 Nov 2021
Pass 5 Aug 2020 91,709 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 91,709 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2019 91,638 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2019 91,638 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2017 90,993 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 88,395 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 88,395 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 82,787 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 79,286 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 79,286 miles

Centre Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Aug 2013 69,586 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 68,335 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 68,335 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 66,965 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 64,034 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 64,006 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 63,966 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 63,966 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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C451 WRK is a 1986 BMW R65 in White with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C451 WRK, 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 C451 WRK registered?

C451 WRK is a 1986 BMW R65, first registered on 18 June 1986.

Is C451 WRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C451 WRK shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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