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YKB 729W

1981 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,701 mi
Last recorded52,701 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKB 729W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 52,701 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 50,999 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2011 50,999 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 27 May 2008 50,987 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 50,946 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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YKB 729W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 YKB 729W, 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 YKB 729W registered?

YKB 729W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is YKB 729W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKB 729W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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