MOT Status
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32,303 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil leak from sealing washer (fork lower) (5.3.2 (b))
minor Engine oil leak
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil leak from sealing washer (fork lower) (5.3.2 (b))
minor Engine oil leak
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Front Brake cylinder leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
Brake performance unable to be tested not tested due to leaks on front flexi and calipers (1.2.1 (g))
Nearside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake caliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated pads are contaminated with oil or brake fluid (1.1.13 (b))
Offside Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective pinch bolt for spindle is loose (5.2.1 (d))
Central Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake hose leaking hose leaking at connection to master cylinder (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS
Rear Pillion seat slightly loose seat is loose not likely to detach (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the BMW R65?
Based on 9,529 MOT tests across 1,162 vehicles.
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D261 CLM is a 1987 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.
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 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 D261 CLM, 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.
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What year was D261 CLM registered?
D261 CLM is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 7 April 1987.
Is D261 CLM safe to buy?
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