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SDD 912W

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

55,324 mi
Last recorded55,324 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDD 912W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 55,324 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 30 Mar 2017 55,321 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort rear brake arm adjusted on operating shaft from standard position and at full adjustment on brake rod. (3.3.A1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Dec 2015 55,281 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 55,084 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2013 53,979 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2013 53,979 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 52,450 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 50,797 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 50,797 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 48,688 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2009 48,022 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 47,309 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 47,186 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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SDD 912W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 SDD 912W, 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 SDD 912W registered?

SDD 912W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 16 July 1981.

Is SDD 912W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDD 912W shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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