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A362 FPG

1984 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,519 mi
Last recorded9,519 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1984 BMW R6529,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA362 FPG
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Jun 2026 9,519 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Central Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Central Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 9,412 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2020 9,209 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2018 8,513 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 7,500 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp slightly discoloured fitted with yellow glass (1.2.1)

Rear suspension has been modified Rear shock absorber top mountings welded on to a non standard rear sub frame. (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 3 Oct 2017 7,500 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Registration plate incorrect To small (6.3.1a)

Headlamp slightly discoloured Fitted with yellow glass (1.2.1)

Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified Rear shock absorber top mountings welded on to non standard rear subframe (6.1.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 7,318 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 46,068 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 46,068 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 45,277 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 43,270 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 39,991 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 39,985 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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A362 FPG is a 1984 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1984 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 29,839 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 A362 FPG, 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 42 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 A362 FPG registered?

A362 FPG is a 1984 BMW R65, first registered on 17 February 1984.

Is A362 FPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A362 FPG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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