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HDV 72Y

1983 BMW R65

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,863 mi
Last recorded29,863 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2016
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHDV 72Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2016 29,863 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 28,990 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 28,141 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 27,589 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 27,020 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front tyre worn low

Pass 29 Oct 2008 26,493 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 25,424 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2006 24,013 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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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HDV 72Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 HDV 72Y, 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 HDV 72Y registered?

HDV 72Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 2 June 1983.

Is HDV 72Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HDV 72Y shows 8 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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