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A671 JKN

1983 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,151 mi
Last recorded94,151 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2018
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA671 JKN
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2018 94,151 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 94,119 miles

Handlebar deformed control touching tank (2.1.1b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 93,514 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 89,493 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 83,987 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 80,605 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Oct 2008 80,605 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 76,105 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 702,944 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 69,028 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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A671 JKN is a 1983 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A671 JKN, 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.

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What year was A671 JKN registered?

A671 JKN is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A671 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A671 JKN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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