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C886 XJT

1986 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

53,276 mi
Last recorded53,276 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R6539,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC886 XJT
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 53,276 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2024 52,058 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 51,510 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 51,139 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 50,878 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 50,680 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 50,197 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 50,060 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 49,677 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 49,341 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2015 48,384 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2014 47,828 miles

front and rear tyres slightly perished

Fail 7 May 2013 47,383 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 7 May 2013 47,383 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 46,887 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 46,263 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 May 2011 46,217 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 45,536 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 44,972 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 44,965 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2008 44,559 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 43,824 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 42,750 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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C886 XJT is a 1986 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 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 C886 XJT, 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 C886 XJT registered?

C886 XJT is a 1986 BMW R65, first registered on 25 January 1986.

Is C886 XJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C886 XJT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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