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D408 CEW

1987 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,526 mi
Last recorded71,526 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD408 CEW
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2019 71,526 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 67,337 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 65,423 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 63,809 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 61,514 miles

front tyre cracking between tread

Pass 25 Jun 2014 58,578 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 28 Jun 2013 56,159 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 52,444 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 49,825 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 47,623 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 43,566 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 40,934 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 37,839 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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D408 CEW is a 1987 BMW R65 in Black 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 D408 CEW, 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

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What year was D408 CEW registered?

D408 CEW is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 13 May 1987.

Is D408 CEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D408 CEW 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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