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DLN 96Y

1983 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,028 mi
Last recorded42,028 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2014
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLN 96Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 2 Jan 2014 42,028 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 41,742 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 41,656 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 41,655 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 40,697 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 40,158 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Oct 2008 37,978 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 37,013 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 36,805 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 96Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 DLN 96Y, 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

How do I check the history of DLN 96Y?

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What year was DLN 96Y registered?

DLN 96Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 12 March 1983.

Is DLN 96Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLN 96Y shows 9 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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