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E461 PWX

1987 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,828 mi
Last recorded41,828 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE461 PWX
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 41,828 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2024 41,501 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 41,004 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 40,884 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 40,834 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 May 2014 40,834 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Oct 2012 39,150 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2012 39,150 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 37,435 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 35,315 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 33,485 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 30,807 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 27,883 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 27,883 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 25,328 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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E461 PWX is a 1987 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E461 PWX, 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 E461 PWX registered?

E461 PWX is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 10 August 1987.

Is E461 PWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E461 PWX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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