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D238 SBW

1987 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,852 mi
Last recorded56,852 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD238 SBW
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2023 56,852 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 56,729 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 56,657 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 56,519 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 56,174 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 56,060 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 55,688 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 54,885 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 54,342 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 51,861 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 May 2008 51,346 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 50,859 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 49,604 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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D238 SBW is a 1987 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 D238 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 D238 SBW?

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What year was D238 SBW registered?

D238 SBW is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 5 May 1987.

Is D238 SBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D238 SBW shows 13 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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