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E82 AKJ

1988 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,745 mi
Last recorded63,745 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 BMW R6536,488 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE82 AKJ
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2025 63,745 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 63,664 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 63,360 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 62,658 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2021 60,806 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 60,402 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 59,921 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 59,025 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 57,675 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 56,814 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 55,357 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 54,713 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 54,678 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 54,179 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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E82 AKJ is a 1988 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 36,488 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 E82 AKJ, 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 38 years old, this BMW R65 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E82 AKJ?

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What year was E82 AKJ registered?

E82 AKJ is a 1988 BMW R65, first registered on 27 June 1988.

Is E82 AKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E82 AKJ shows 14 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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