MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,753 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
No Lights at time of test, not to be used during times of reduced visibility
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorber insecurely attached All rear shock bushes are of a larger diameter than it's fixing causing excessive play in the rear suspension (5.3.2 (a) (i))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
Front Brake lever heavy in operation
Head bearings slightly notchy
Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer joint (6.1.2 (a))
Offside Side panel slightly insecure
How Reliable is the BMW R65?
Based on 9,529 MOT tests across 1,162 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VYC 398W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
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 VYC 398W, 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.
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What year was VYC 398W registered?
VYC 398W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 16 March 1981.
Is VYC 398W safe to buy?
The MOT history for VYC 398W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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