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YFC 186V

1979 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,430 mi
Last recorded26,430 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFC 186V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 26,430 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 25,419 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 24,682 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 24,645 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 23,303 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 23,299 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 23,270 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 23,178 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 23,178 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 May 2006 21,085 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 21,085 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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YFC 186V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1979 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 36,826 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YFC 186V, 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 47 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 YFC 186V registered?

YFC 186V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is YFC 186V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFC 186V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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