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C861 SOY

1985 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

51,181 mi
Last recorded51,181 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2024
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC861 SOY
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2024 51,181 miles

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 51,123 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 50,764 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 50,196 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 44,630 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 44,630 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 48,978 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 47,591 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 46,949 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 46,484 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 46,476 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 45,348 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 43,624 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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C861 SOY is a 1985 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 C861 SOY, 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 C861 SOY?

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What year was C861 SOY registered?

C861 SOY is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C861 SOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C861 SOY shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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