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JYL 269W

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2022
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

52,177 mi
Last recorded52,177 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYL 269W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2021 52,177 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 51,987 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 50,644 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 50,644 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 49,189 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 48,896 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 47,854 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 47,151 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 46,526 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 46,507 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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JYL 269W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 JYL 269W, 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

How do I check the history of JYL 269W?

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What year was JYL 269W registered?

JYL 269W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JYL 269W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYL 269W shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JYL 269W have outstanding finance?

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