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A65 HDD

1983 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

56,335 mi
Last recorded56,335 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2009
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA65 HDD
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2009 56,335 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 56,335 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 54,702 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 54,702 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 52,997 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 52,997 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 17 Jun 2006 85,460 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Centre Rear Lower Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Centre Rear Upper Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 85,460 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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A65 HDD is a 1983 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 A65 HDD, 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

How do I check the history of A65 HDD?

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What year was A65 HDD registered?

A65 HDD is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 29 November 1983.

Is A65 HDD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A65 HDD shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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