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HFR 651W

1981 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

45,953 mi
Last recorded45,953 miles
Recorded on25 May 2013
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFR 651W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 May 2013 45,953 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 45,953 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 45,953 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2010 45,952 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 7 Oct 2010 45,952 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 10 Jul 2009 45,199 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jul 2009 45,199 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 44,946 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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HFR 651W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HFR 651W, 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 HFR 651W registered?

HFR 651W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 20 June 1981.

Is HFR 651W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFR 651W shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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