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SWJ 484Y

1982 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2023
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,251 mi
Last recorded30,251 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 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

RegistrationSWJ 484Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2022 30,251 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 30,124 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 29,995 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 29,821 miles

Rear small cracks in tyre

Pass 24 May 2018 29,791 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 29,714 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Jun 2016 29,652 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 29,533 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 29,491 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 29,396 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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SWJ 484Y is a 1982 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 SWJ 484Y, 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 SWJ 484Y?

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What year was SWJ 484Y registered?

SWJ 484Y is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 20 August 1982.

Is SWJ 484Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWJ 484Y shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SWJ 484Y have outstanding finance?

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