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KMO 415W

1981 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

3,239 mi
Last recorded3,239 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMO 415W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2021 3,239 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 2,550 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 1,249 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 744 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 99,853 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 98,908 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 97,895 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 95,577 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 92,122 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 89,930 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 86,320 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 86,320 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Mar 2008 82,308 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 78,837 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 75,831 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 75,831 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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KMO 415W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 KMO 415W, 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 KMO 415W registered?

KMO 415W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is KMO 415W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMO 415W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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