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SFK 844W

1981 BMW R65

Turquoise Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,769 mi
Last recorded24,769 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFK 844W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 Jun 2021 24,769 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 24,172 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 23,803 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 23,330 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 22,751 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 21,731 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 20,557 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 20,471 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 20,421 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 20,348 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 20,215 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 20,084 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 19,971 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 19,842 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 19,802 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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SFK 844W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Turquoise with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 SFK 844W, 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 SFK 844W?

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What year was SFK 844W registered?

SFK 844W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is SFK 844W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFK 844W shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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