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E783 KYT

1988 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,325 mi
Last recorded73,325 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R6536,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE783 KYT
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 17 Jun 2025 73,325 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 73,213 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 72,911 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 72,253 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 71,739 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 69,958 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 68,990 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 67,567 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 65,308 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 63,855 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 61,717 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 Jun 2011 58,654 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 57,081 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 55,590 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 51,501 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 46,412 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 42,533 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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E783 KYT is a 1988 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 E783 KYT, 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

How do I check the history of E783 KYT?

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What year was E783 KYT registered?

E783 KYT is a 1988 BMW R65, first registered on 1 March 1988.

Is E783 KYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E783 KYT shows 17 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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