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E674 CBL

1987 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2022
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,301 mi
Last recorded50,301 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2021
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE674 CBL
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2021 50,301 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 47,696 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2005 47,539 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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E674 CBL is a 1987 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 E674 CBL, 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 E674 CBL registered?

E674 CBL is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 23 September 1987.

Is E674 CBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E674 CBL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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