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F228 HKO

1989 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

36,366 mi
Last recorded36,366 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 1989 BMW R6553,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF228 HKO
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 36,366 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front mudguard is missing

Fail 16 May 2016 36,357 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables front brake hose trapped on full lock (2.1.2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front mudguard is missing

Pass 18 Feb 2014 35,161 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 34,929 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 34,560 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 34,550 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 34,495 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 34,294 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 33,304 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 33,255 miles

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

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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F228 HKO is a 1989 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 F228 HKO, 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.

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What year was F228 HKO registered?

F228 HKO is a 1989 BMW R65, first registered on 22 May 1989.

Is F228 HKO safe to buy?

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