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FLV 361Y

1983 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

61,990 mi
Last recorded61,990 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFLV 361Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 61,990 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 61,990 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 61,657 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 61,056 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 10,429 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 58,986 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 58,345 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 58,127 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 55,309 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2018 55,291 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 51,906 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 47,501 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 41,384 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 37,509 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 35,436 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 34,947 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 34,111 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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FLV 361Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FLV 361Y, 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 FLV 361Y?

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What year was FLV 361Y registered?

FLV 361Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 20 May 1983.

Is FLV 361Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FLV 361Y shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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