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B490 UOT

1984 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

20,556 mi
Last recorded20,556 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1984 BMW R6529,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB490 UOT
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 20,556 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 20,539 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 20,535 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 20,530 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 20,464 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 20,459 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 20,434 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 20,299 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 20,131 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2012 19,799 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2011 19,791 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2010 19,603 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 19,509 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 19,503 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2007 19,340 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 19,299 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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B490 UOT is a 1984 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 B490 UOT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B490 UOT registered?

B490 UOT is a 1984 BMW R65, first registered on 6 September 1984.

Is B490 UOT safe to buy?

The MOT history for B490 UOT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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