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F165 GAT

1989 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,918 mi
Last recorded39,918 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2024
Typical for 1989 BMW R6553,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF165 GAT
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2024 39,918 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 39,804 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2020 39,796 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 39,734 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 39,734 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 39,085 miles

Throttle intermittently sticking

Pass 7 Aug 2014 39,057 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 39,026 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 39,001 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 38,856 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 38,605 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 38,333 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 38,138 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 37,946 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 37,777 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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F165 GAT is a 1989 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 53,444 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 F165 GAT, 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 37 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 F165 GAT registered?

F165 GAT is a 1989 BMW R65, first registered on 26 June 1989.

Is F165 GAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F165 GAT shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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