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A24 LJO

1983 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

58,209 mi
Last recorded58,209 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA24 LJO
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 58,209 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 58,167 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 58,128 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2015 58,128 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 57,982 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 57,564 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2005 57,560 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

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

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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A24 LJO is a 1983 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 39,340 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 A24 LJO, 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 43 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 A24 LJO registered?

A24 LJO is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is A24 LJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A24 LJO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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