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OTF 803X

1982 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

43,637 mi
Last recorded43,637 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2024
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTF 803X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2024 43,637 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 41,615 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 40,420 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 39,602 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 38,522 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 37,311 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 36,367 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2015 35,845 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 35,835 miles

Fuel system component leaking Both carb float bowls leaking (7.2.1a)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Oil Leak

Pass 29 Jul 2014 35,582 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2013 34,560 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,699 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 33,227 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 22 Jun 2011 33,210 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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OTF 803X is a 1982 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 39,084 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 OTF 803X, 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 44 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 OTF 803X registered?

OTF 803X is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 22 April 1982.

Is OTF 803X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTF 803X shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OTF 803X have outstanding finance?

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