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PCV 215Y

1982 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2023
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,964 mi
Last recorded1,964 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPCV 215Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2022 1,964 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 1,868 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 1,790 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 1,631 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 1,380 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 755 miles

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2016 241 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 99,704 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 99,139 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 98,743 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 98,295 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 97,702 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 96,597 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 96,453 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 95,913 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 92,268 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 88,656 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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PCV 215Y is a 1982 BMW R65 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 PCV 215Y, 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

How do I check the history of PCV 215Y?

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What year was PCV 215Y registered?

PCV 215Y is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is PCV 215Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PCV 215Y shows 17 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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