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DLN 100Y

1983 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

91,118 mi
Last recorded91,118 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLN 100Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 91,118 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2022 90,905 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 90,373 miles

Rear Slight reduced damping on rear suspension.

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 90,253 miles

Rear shock absorber has slightly reduced damping.

Pass 27 Jun 2019 89,406 miles

Rear suspension has reduced damping.

Pass 1 Jun 2018 89,058 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 88,515 miles

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 88,515 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 87,705 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 8 Feb 2016 87,705 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 86,953 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2014 86,023 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 86,023 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 84,844 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 9 Feb 2012 83,589 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Feb 2012 83,589 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 81,633 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 79,652 miles

PRE 1985 (ADVISORY) REAR BRAKE LIGHT NOT WORKING

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 77,737 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 76,194 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 74,055 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 71,175 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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DLN 100Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 DLN 100Y, 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.

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What year was DLN 100Y registered?

DLN 100Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 24 March 1983.

Is DLN 100Y safe to buy?

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