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D616 LYC

1986 BMW R65

Beige Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,065 mi
Last recorded87,065 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2023
Typical for 1986 BMW R6539,960 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD616 LYC
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2023 87,065 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 87,027 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 86,558 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 86,543 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Riders seat missing (6.2.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 86,254 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 90,928 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 89,584 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 87,946 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 85,737 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 85,737 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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D616 LYC is a 1986 BMW R65 in Beige with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 D616 LYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D616 LYC registered?

D616 LYC is a 1986 BMW R65, first registered on 1 September 1986.

Is D616 LYC safe to buy?

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