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VLK 813X

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,106 mi
Last recorded39,106 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 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

RegistrationVLK 813X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 1 Sep 2023 39,106 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 36,358 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 35,776 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre cracking up on the sidewalks due to age

Pass 17 Nov 2016 35,762 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 35,647 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 35,615 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 35,485 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 35,157 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 34,611 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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VLK 813X is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 VLK 813X, 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 VLK 813X?

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What year was VLK 813X registered?

VLK 813X is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 31 October 1981.

Is VLK 813X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VLK 813X shows 9 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 VLK 813X have outstanding finance?

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