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ALT 487Y

1982 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

42,438 mi
Last recorded42,438 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2023
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALT 487Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2023 42,438 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 42,438 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 42,438 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 42,438 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 42,438 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 42,438 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 42,438 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 42,438 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 42,438 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 42,438 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 42,438 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 41,423 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 38,499 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 37,975 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 36,425 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 36,421 miles

Inner Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 35,174 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 34,101 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

rear tyre starting to crack on side walls

Pass 13 Feb 2006 32,681 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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ALT 487Y is a 1982 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1982 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 39,084 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 ALT 487Y, 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 44 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 ALT 487Y registered?

ALT 487Y is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 2 August 1982.

Is ALT 487Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALT 487Y shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALT 487Y have outstanding finance?

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