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FOD 302Y

1983 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,080 mi
Last recorded49,080 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOD 302Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2024 49,080 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 49,003 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 48,990 miles

Centre stand dont fall back into position

Rear brake effort only just met requirements on rolling road

Pass 31 Jul 2021 48,920 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2020 48,902 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 48,862 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 48,834 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 48,795 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 48,751 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 48,727 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 48,771 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 48,606 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 48,522 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 49,650 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 48,385 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 48,366 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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FOD 302Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FOD 302Y, 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 FOD 302Y?

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What year was FOD 302Y registered?

FOD 302Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 11 May 1983.

Is FOD 302Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOD 302Y shows 16 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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