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BPG 279Y

1983 BMW R65

Bronze Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,828 mi
Last recorded73,828 miles
Recorded on31 May 2011
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPG 279Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 31 May 2011 73,828 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 73,773 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 73,491 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 73,028 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 19 Jul 2006 73,001 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2005 72,760 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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BPG 279Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Bronze with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 BPG 279Y, 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 BPG 279Y registered?

BPG 279Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 14 June 1983.

Is BPG 279Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPG 279Y shows 6 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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