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GYR 842W

1981 BMW R65

Turquoise Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

86,570 mi
Last recorded86,570 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYR 842W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 86,570 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 85,151 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 82,940 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2018 82,940 miles

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

Offside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2016 81,644 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 81,644 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 79,727 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 79,005 miles

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

Fail 3 Sep 2014 79,005 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 77,918 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2013 77,918 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2012 75,643 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 74,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 16 Aug 2011 74,248 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (3.2.B3a)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Pass 15 Jun 2010 72,613 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2010 72,613 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 70,415 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 69,920 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 62,746 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 54,416 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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GYR 842W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Turquoise with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1981 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 38,621 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 GYR 842W, 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 45 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GYR 842W registered?

GYR 842W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is GYR 842W safe to buy?

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