22 Model Years Analyzed
BMW R65
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1976-2020), based on 174 DVSA recorded tests.
93.1%
Average Pass Rate
22
Model Years
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Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1983 BMW R65 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
2 tests
6 tests
14 tests
11 tests
28 tests
17 tests
13 tests
36 tests
19 tests
11 tests
4 tests
1 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1A wheel bearing with excessive play
- 2Brake efficiency below minimum requirement
- 3A throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected
- 4Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
- 5Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW R65?
The BMW R65 has an average 93.1% MOT pass rate across model years 1976 to 2020, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW R65?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW R65 across all years are: a wheel bearing with excessive play, brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is affected. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which BMW R65 year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific BMW R65 model years.