MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
75,097 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R65?
Based on 9,529 MOT tests across 1,162 vehicles.
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KAD 488V is a 1980 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1980 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 41,382 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 KAD 488V, 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 46 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of KAD 488V?
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What year was KAD 488V registered?
KAD 488V is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 19 February 1980.
Is KAD 488V safe to buy?
The MOT history for KAD 488V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does KAD 488V have outstanding finance?
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