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WCU 837Y

1982 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,347 mi
Last recorded53,347 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCU 837Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2022 53,347 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 53,120 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 52,591 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 52,053 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 51,160 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2017 48,372 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 48,357 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Offside Front Brake hose fouling on full lock (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2012 47,167 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 42,029 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 38,818 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 34,657 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 30,013 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2007 25,406 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 25,380 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2006 18,647 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 15,571 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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WCU 837Y is a 1982 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WCU 837Y, 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 WCU 837Y registered?

WCU 837Y is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is WCU 837Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCU 837Y shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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