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A702 OTL

1983 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

4,673 mi
Last recorded4,673 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA702 OTL
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2023 4,673 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 4,673 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 4,447 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2009 4,430 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

slight oil leak from rear drive box

Pass 30 Aug 2008 4,415 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear dif is damp

Pass 18 Aug 2007 3,656 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 3,279 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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A702 OTL is a 1983 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A702 OTL, 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 A702 OTL registered?

A702 OTL is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 10 August 1983.

Is A702 OTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A702 OTL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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