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A49 XET

1983 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

6,332 mi
Last recorded6,332 miles
Recorded on13 May 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA49 XET
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2023 6,332 miles
Fail 13 May 2023 6,332 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2022 5,775 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2021 5,279 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 4,237 miles
Fail 9 May 2020 4,208 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 3,563 miles

FRONT FENDER MISSING ,NO REAR FENDER FITTED AT TIME OF COST

Pass 23 Sep 2017 2,717 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 220 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Sep 2016 216 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 718 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 6 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 May 2013 15,430 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 15,416 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 15,142 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 15,038 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 14,969 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 14,905 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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A49 XET is a 1983 BMW R65 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 A49 XET, 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 A49 XET registered?

A49 XET is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 16 September 1983.

Is A49 XET safe to buy?

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