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PYE 836Y

1983 BMW R65

Turquoise Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

70,739 mi
Last recorded70,739 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYE 836Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 70,739 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 70,585 miles

Central Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2020 70,585 miles

Central Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 68,653 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 68,651 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Oct 2017 66,422 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2017 66,422 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 49,515 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 49,515 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 47,223 miles

Centre stand not returning freely.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2014 46,222 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 44,956 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2012 43,895 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 42,138 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 40,290 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 6 Jun 2007 40,290 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 May 2006 38,439 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 38,439 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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PYE 836Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Turquoise with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 PYE 836Y, 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

How do I check the history of PYE 836Y?

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What year was PYE 836Y registered?

PYE 836Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 7 April 1983.

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The MOT history for PYE 836Y shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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