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C656 FAX

1985 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2023
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,083 mi
Last recorded37,083 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2022
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC656 FAX
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2022 37,083 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 37,075 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 37,005 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 36,707 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 36,222 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 36,175 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 35,747 miles

fork gaitors fitted-unable to clearly inspect fork seals.

Pass 5 Feb 2013 35,401 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 34,987 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 34,715 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 34,468 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 33,962 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 33,418 miles

Front Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2007 32,005 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 29,085 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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C656 FAX is a 1985 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C656 FAX, 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 C656 FAX registered?

C656 FAX is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C656 FAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C656 FAX shows 15 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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