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D853 YOY

1986 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,973 mi
Last recorded47,973 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW R6539,960 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD853 YOY
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 Sep 2025 47,973 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 47,844 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 47,591 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 47,335 miles

Front forks fitted incorrectly. Left to Right.

Pass 3 Aug 2021 47,118 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 47,021 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 46,909 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 46,841 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 46,710 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 46,683 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 May 2015 46,648 miles

Screw in Rear Tyre

Pass 7 May 2014 46,584 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 46,408 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 May 2012 46,132 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 45,692 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 45,367 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 44,990 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 44,734 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 44,453 miles

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 10 May 2006 43,849 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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D853 YOY is a 1986 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 D853 YOY, 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 D853 YOY registered?

D853 YOY is a 1986 BMW R65, first registered on 13 September 1986.

Is D853 YOY safe to buy?

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