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NRA 526W

1981 BMW R65

Turquoise Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,389 mi
Last recorded11,389 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRA 526W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2021 11,389 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 10,953 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 10,464 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 10,380 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 9,824 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 8,911 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 8,628 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 8,628 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 8,071 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 7,439 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 7,339 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 7,062 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 6,711 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 6,253 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 5,990 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007 4,418 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 4,418 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2006 3,268 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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NRA 526W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Turquoise with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 NRA 526W, 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 NRA 526W?

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What year was NRA 526W registered?

NRA 526W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is NRA 526W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRA 526W shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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