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SKM 375X

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2024
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,816 mi
Last recorded1,816 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2023
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

RegistrationSKM 375X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2023 1,816 miles

Front tyre miss-shapen

Pass 7 Apr 2022 1,485 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 24,907 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 24,518 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 24,170 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2017 23,714 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 22,329 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 21,147 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 18,872 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,140 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 14,289 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 11,159 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 8,717 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 7,620 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 6,875 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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SKM 375X is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black 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 SKM 375X, 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 SKM 375X?

You can check the full history of SKM 375X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SKM 375X registered?

SKM 375X is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 12 August 1981.

Is SKM 375X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKM 375X 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.

Does SKM 375X have outstanding finance?

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