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D294 KAT

1986 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

58,484 mi
Last recorded58,484 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 1986 BMW R6539,960 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD294 KAT
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 58,484 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive upper bush (2.4.B.4)

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

Fail 10 Nov 2016 58,484 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive upper bush (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2009 53,019 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 48,938 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 46,413 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 43,609 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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D294 KAT is a 1986 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 D294 KAT, 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.

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What year was D294 KAT registered?

D294 KAT is a 1986 BMW R65, first registered on 5 September 1986.

Is D294 KAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for D294 KAT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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