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C904 BYN

1986 BMW R65

Green Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

216 mi
Last recorded216 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 1986 BMW R6539,960 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC904 BYN
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 216 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 166 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 6 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 May 2014 4 miles

Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 43,976 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 40,678 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 40,678 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 31,774 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 26,957 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 24,544 miles

unable to see front brake pad condition

Pass 12 Mar 2007 19,635 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 19,318 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 19,318 miles

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

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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C904 BYN is a 1986 BMW R65 in Green with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 C904 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 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 C904 BYN registered?

C904 BYN is a 1986 BMW R65, first registered on 7 March 1986.

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