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F607 GKN

1989 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

82,793 mi
Last recorded82,793 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2013
Typical for 1989 BMW R6553,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF607 GKN
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2013 82,793 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 82,878 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 81,155 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 81,056 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 79,513 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 77,576 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 76,007 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 74,513 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 73,310 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 71,727 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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F607 GKN 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 F607 GKN, 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 F607 GKN registered?

F607 GKN is a 1989 BMW R65, first registered on 20 March 1989.

Is F607 GKN safe to buy?

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