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D987 AEG

1987 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

19,087 mi
Last recorded19,087 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD987 AEG
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Apr 2026 19,087 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure BOTH (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fuel hose insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 18 Mar 2026 19,087 miles

Fuel hose insecure HOSE CLAMPS ALL MISSING (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

Rear TYRE HAS OIL ON IT

Pass 23 Jun 2011 76,267 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 76,267 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 73,501 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 8 Mar 2010 73,501 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 65,901 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 65,774 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 64,898 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 64,575 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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D987 AEG is a 1987 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 D987 AEG, 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 D987 AEG registered?

D987 AEG is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 6 April 1987.

Is D987 AEG safe to buy?

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