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A903 XSX

1983 BMW R65

Turquoise Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,419 mi
Last recorded13,419 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA903 XSX
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 13,419 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 13,419 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 92 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 13,419 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 13,419 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 13,419 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 13,419 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 13,419 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 13,419 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 13,418 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 13,418 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 13,102 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 13,102 miles

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 12,503 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 10,866 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 10,766 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 10,039 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 8,119 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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A903 XSX is a 1983 BMW R65 in Turquoise with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XSX, 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 A903 XSX registered?

A903 XSX is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A903 XSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A903 XSX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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