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C884 BYN

1985 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,604 mi
Last recorded37,604 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1985 BMW R6543,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC884 BYN
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 37,604 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 37,372 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 37,190 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 36,788 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 36,570 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 36,359 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 36,138 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 35,993 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 35,717 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 35,408 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,786 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 26,509 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 25,874 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 25,278 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 25,173 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 24,611 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 24,046 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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C884 BYN is a 1985 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 C884 BYN, 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 C884 BYN?

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What year was C884 BYN registered?

C884 BYN is a 1985 BMW R65, first registered on 1 November 1985.

Is C884 BYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C884 BYN shows 17 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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