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NAN 55X

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

23,301 mi
Last recorded23,301 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNAN 55X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2019 23,301 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 23,186 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2017 23,177 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 23,047 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 22,918 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 22,786 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 22,692 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 22,430 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2010 20,658 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 16,748 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 65,027 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 65,027 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 65,027 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 65,027 miles

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

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

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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NAN 55X is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NAN 55X, 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 NAN 55X?

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What year was NAN 55X registered?

NAN 55X is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 9 October 1981.

Is NAN 55X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NAN 55X shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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