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G596 XJM

1989 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,218 mi
Last recorded94,218 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1989 BMW R6553,444 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG596 XJM
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 94,218 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 93,690 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 93,192 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 93,133 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 92,939 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 92,540 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 92,476 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 92,127 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 92,127 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 91,831 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 91,620 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2016 91,620 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 91,331 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 91,068 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 90,780 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 90,780 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 90,262 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 89,882 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 89,228 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 89,123 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2008 88,886 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 88,886 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 88,109 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 88,109 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 83,683 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2006 83,683 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 80,766 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2005 80,766 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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G596 XJM is a 1989 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G596 XJM, 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 G596 XJM registered?

G596 XJM is a 1989 BMW R65, first registered on 13 September 1989.

Is G596 XJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for G596 XJM shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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