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CEY 427X

1981 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

69,509 mi
Last recorded69,509 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCEY 427X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2022 69,509 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 69,508 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 69,507 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 69,498 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 69,361 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 69,326 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 69,196 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 69,005 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 68,716 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Apr 2013 68,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 68,562 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2012 68,480 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 68,144 miles

Front tyre seven years old. Rear tyre nine years old.

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2010 67,674 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 67,058 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 66,665 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 66,209 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 66,128 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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CEY 427X is a 1981 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1981 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 38,621 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 CEY 427X, 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 45 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 CEY 427X registered?

CEY 427X is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 2 September 1981.

Is CEY 427X safe to buy?

The MOT history for CEY 427X shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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