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SFC 387X

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

23,559 mi
Last recorded23,559 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFC 387X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 23,559 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 22,213 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 20,988 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 18,155 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 15,391 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 9,364 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 3,696 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 98,053 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 94,172 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 89,813 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 85,416 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 85,414 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2010 81,647 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 78,970 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2009 78,952 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Aug 2008 71,902 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Aug 2007 65,499 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 62,663 miles

unable to see through windscreen

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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SFC 387X is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc 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 SFC 387X, 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 SFC 387X registered?

SFC 387X is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 1 September 1981.

Is SFC 387X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFC 387X 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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