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KMO 421W

1981 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,907 mi
Last recorded27,907 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMO 421W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 27,907 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 27,706 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 27,362 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 27,280 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 27,130 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 27,097 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 26,942 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2014 26,942 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 26,629 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 26,629 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 26,149 miles

Rear Brake drum(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 26,149 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 25,766 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 5 May 2011 25,762 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 5 May 2010 23,771 miles

Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,955 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 22,680 miles

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 1 May 2007 22,423 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 421W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 KMO 421W, 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 421W registered?

KMO 421W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is KMO 421W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMO 421W shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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