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KHL 65W

1981 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

489,770 mi
Last recorded489,770 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2010
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKHL 65W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2010 489,770 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 48,031 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 47,529 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2008 47,527 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2007 46,503 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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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KHL 65W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KHL 65W, 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 KHL 65W registered?

KHL 65W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 27 February 1981.

Is KHL 65W safe to buy?

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