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D237 SBW

1987 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,219 mi
Last recorded29,219 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD237 SBW
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 15 Aug 2025 29,219 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 28,209 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 28,075 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 27,924 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 27,503 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 26,732 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 25,949 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 25,157 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 23,103 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 22,350 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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D237 SBW is a 1987 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 44,222 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 D237 SBW, 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 39 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 D237 SBW?

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What year was D237 SBW registered?

D237 SBW is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is D237 SBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D237 SBW shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D237 SBW have outstanding finance?

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