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RBF 513W

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,444 mi
Last recorded25,444 miles
Recorded on4 May 2018
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBF 513W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 May 2018 25,444 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 24,958 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 23,617 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 23,076 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 21,436 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 21,427 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 21,392 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 21,326 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 21,287 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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RBF 513W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RBF 513W, 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 RBF 513W?

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What year was RBF 513W registered?

RBF 513W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is RBF 513W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBF 513W shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RBF 513W have outstanding finance?

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