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E239 XKE

1988 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

58,270 mi
Last recorded58,270 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 BMW R6536,488 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE239 XKE
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 58,270 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 58,052 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly perished

Pass 8 Apr 2021 57,779 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 57,487 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 57,218 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2017 56,769 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 56,519 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 56,494 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 56,116 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 56,116 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 55,805 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 54,910 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 54,910 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 54,790 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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E239 XKE is a 1988 BMW R65 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 E239 XKE, 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 E239 XKE registered?

E239 XKE is a 1988 BMW R65, first registered on 28 April 1988.

Is E239 XKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E239 XKE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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