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E235 MUC

1988 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

85,446 mi
Last recorded85,446 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1988 BMW R6536,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE235 MUC
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 85,446 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 84,382 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 83,791 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 82,607 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 77,120 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 72,763 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 67,353 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 67,353 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2010 63,089 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 59,857 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 57,781 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 57,767 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 55,343 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 55,264 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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E235 MUC is a 1988 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1988 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 36,488 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 E235 MUC, 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 38 years old, this BMW R65 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E235 MUC registered?

E235 MUC is a 1988 BMW R65, first registered on 19 May 1988.

Is E235 MUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E235 MUC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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