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WAV 440X

1982 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

57,737 mi
Last recorded57,737 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWAV 440X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 57,737 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 56,337 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 51,980 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 48,574 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 45,478 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 42,538 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 40,654 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 39,084 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 39,084 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 May 2018 35,124 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 32,966 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 32,966 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2016 31,089 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion front (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 30,569 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 29,363 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 28,659 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 28,135 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 28,024 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 26,585 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2007 25,649 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 23,335 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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WAV 440X is a 1982 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 WAV 440X, 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 WAV 440X registered?

WAV 440X is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 30 April 1982.

Is WAV 440X safe to buy?

The MOT history for WAV 440X shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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