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BYD 494X

1982 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

32,805 mi
Last recorded32,805 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2010
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBYD 494X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2010 32,805 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 32,451 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 32,150 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2008 32,150 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 31,942 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 30,775 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 30,775 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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BYD 494X is a 1982 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BYD 494X, 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 BYD 494X registered?

BYD 494X is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 1 March 1982.

Is BYD 494X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BYD 494X shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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