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ALT 511Y

1982 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,384 mi
Last recorded17,384 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALT 511Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 17,384 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 17,384 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2021 17,373 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 17,361 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 16,843 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 16,761 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 16,664 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 16,197 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 15,409 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 13,726 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 511Y is a 1982 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 511Y, 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

How do I check the history of ALT 511Y?

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What year was ALT 511Y registered?

ALT 511Y is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 23 August 1982.

Is ALT 511Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALT 511Y shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ALT 511Y have outstanding finance?

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