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DPO 203W

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,378 mi
Last recorded53,378 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2011
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDPO 203W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2011 53,378 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

headlamp aim set on upper limit.

Fail 13 Sep 2010 53,324 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 13 Sep 2010 53,324 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 53,234 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 53,021 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 Sep 2008 53,021 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 52,685 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Sep 2006 52,363 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

front tyre tread slight distortion and uneven wear .kick up section of headlamp beam pattern taped out .

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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DPO 203W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 38,621 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 DPO 203W, 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 45 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 DPO 203W registered?

DPO 203W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 30 January 1981.

Is DPO 203W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DPO 203W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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