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KEW 25W

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,583 mi
Last recorded10,583 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEW 25W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 10,583 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 10,575 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 10,541 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 10,334 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 10,147 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 9,564 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 9,564 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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KEW 25W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KEW 25W, 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 KEW 25W?

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What year was KEW 25W registered?

KEW 25W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 17 March 1981.

Is KEW 25W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEW 25W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEW 25W have outstanding finance?

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