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UBC 243X

1981 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2015
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,764 mi
Last recorded26,764 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2014
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUBC 243X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2014 26,764 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

the rear tyre is slightly perished

Pass 20 Apr 2010 47,592 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Slight idle problem apparent

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 35,027 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 25,024 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 7,037 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 94,797 miles

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

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

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

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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UBC 243X is a 1981 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 UBC 243X, 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 UBC 243X registered?

UBC 243X is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 3 November 1981.

Is UBC 243X safe to buy?

The MOT history for UBC 243X shows 6 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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