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DOD 516Y

1983 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

10,407 mi
Last recorded10,407 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOD 516Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2023 10,407 miles

Rear Tyre perished but cords not exposed

Fail 18 Jan 2023 10,407 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre perished but cords not exposed

Pass 29 Jan 2021 10,397 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 10,396 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 10,361 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 10,220 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 9,626 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 8,674 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 8,363 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 8,283 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 8,061 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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DOD 516Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DOD 516Y, 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 DOD 516Y registered?

DOD 516Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 19 March 1983.

Is DOD 516Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOD 516Y shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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