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VYD 263W

1981 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

4,778 mi
Last recorded4,778 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVYD 263W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2021 4,778 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm to frame (very slight) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 4,408 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 4,400 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 4,377 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 4,377 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 4,063 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 3,715 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 3,685 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 3,645 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 2,752 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 503 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 130 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 79,884 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 79,884 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2005 77,848 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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VYD 263W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 VYD 263W, 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 VYD 263W registered?

VYD 263W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 28 March 1981.

Is VYD 263W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VYD 263W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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