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F964 GBA

1989 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

68,639 mi
Last recorded68,639 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 1989 BMW R6553,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF964 GBA
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 68,639 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 66,668 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 64,326 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 64,326 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2017 62,052 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 58,399 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 58,399 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Apr 2015 54,851 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 54,851 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2014 51,708 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 49,395 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 47,963 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 45,112 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 43,531 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 41,689 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 40,870 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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F964 GBA is a 1989 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F964 GBA, 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 F964 GBA registered?

F964 GBA is a 1989 BMW R65, first registered on 6 March 1989.

Is F964 GBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F964 GBA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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