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PJF 487W

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

67,650 mi
Last recorded67,650 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2022
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJF 487W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2022 67,650 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 67,467 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 66,980 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 66,178 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 64,811 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 63,983 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 63,323 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 61,808 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 60,651 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2011 60,651 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2010 59,220 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2010 59,220 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2009 57,214 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 55,194 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 53,938 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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PJF 487W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 PJF 487W, 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 PJF 487W registered?

PJF 487W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is PJF 487W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJF 487W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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