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APF 486Y

1983 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,393 mi
Last recorded11,393 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAPF 486Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2023 11,393 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 11,222 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 10,795 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 10,480 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 10,321 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 10,178 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 10,089 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 9,942 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 9,725 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 9,576 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 9,394 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 9,227 miles

slight bind rear wheel

Pass 18 May 2010 9,081 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 8,912 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 8,700 miles

front tyre on limit

rear tyre wall perished (o/s)

rear tyre worn centre

Pass 14 Jun 2007 8,525 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 8,243 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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APF 486Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 APF 486Y, 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 APF 486Y registered?

APF 486Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 28 March 1983.

Is APF 486Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for APF 486Y shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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