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L433 WAV

1983 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,907 mi
Last recorded55,907 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2013
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL433 WAV
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2013 55,907 miles

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

seat secured with cable tie

Fail 27 Feb 2013 55,907 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Fail 23 Jul 2012 55,901 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 55,891 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 54,939 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Oil leak

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

paint lifting off the tank (possible filler)no leaks found

possible partial separation rear brake linings not possible to tell

Pass 24 Oct 2008 53,177 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2007 50,198 miles

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

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Fail 27 Sep 2007 50,179 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 47,684 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

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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L433 WAV is a 1983 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 L433 WAV, 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.

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L433 WAV is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 31 December 1983.

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