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YKR 449X

1998 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,345 mi
Last recorded9,345 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKR 449X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2021 9,345 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 99,336 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 26,163 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 26,163 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 May 2016 14,463 miles
Fail 13 May 2016 14,463 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 61,051 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 61,051 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 11,390 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 11,390 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 32,230 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 32,230 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 23,552 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 23,120 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 21,978 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Fail 18 Jun 2008 21,963 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2007 21,315 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 20,867 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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YKR 449X is a 1998 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YKR 449X, 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 28 years old, this BMW R65 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YKR 449X registered?

YKR 449X is a 1998 BMW R65, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is YKR 449X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKR 449X shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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