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POH 298Y

1982 BMW R65

Turquoise Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,076 mi
Last recorded8,076 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2023
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

RegistrationPOH 298Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2023 8,076 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 8,048 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 8,004 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 7,946 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 7,635 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 7,430 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 7,322 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 7,089 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 6,839 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 6,637 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 5,940 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 5,050 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 3,930 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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POH 298Y is a 1982 BMW R65 in Turquoise with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 POH 298Y, 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 POH 298Y registered?

POH 298Y is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is POH 298Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for POH 298Y shows 13 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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