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A903 TNK

1984 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99 mi
Last recorded99 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R6529,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA903 TNK
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 99 miles

Lights disconnected

Pass 11 Jul 2023 13 miles

All Lights disconnected at time of test

Fail 28 Jun 2023 11 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

All Lights disconnected at time of test

Pass 9 Jun 2022 154 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 29 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 29 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2020 26,284 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 25,965 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 25,915 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 25,311 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 40,154 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 39,991 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 39,745 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 39,563 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 39,254 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 39,254 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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A903 TNK is a 1984 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A903 TNK, 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.

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What year was A903 TNK registered?

A903 TNK is a 1984 BMW R65, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A903 TNK safe to buy?

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