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SSD 969Y

1982 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,002 mi
Last recorded39,002 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSSD 969Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 39,002 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 38,759 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 38,687 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 38,665 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 38,218 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 38,085 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 36,681 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 33,135 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 33,131 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 30,768 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 30,113 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 30,113 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 23,148 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 15,412 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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SSD 969Y is a 1982 BMW R65 in Silver 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 SSD 969Y, 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 SSD 969Y?

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What year was SSD 969Y registered?

SSD 969Y is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 29 September 1982.

Is SSD 969Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SSD 969Y 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.

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