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WGM 414Y

1983 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

70,176 mi
Last recorded70,176 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1983 BMW R6539,340 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWGM 414Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 70,176 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 70,172 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 70,146 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2021 70,146 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2020 69,833 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 69,812 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 69,811 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 69,652 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 69,652 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 69,678 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 69,674 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2015 69,549 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 69,549 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2014 69,464 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 69,464 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Pass 7 May 2013 69,132 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 68,908 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 68,699 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 68,411 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 68,140 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 67,544 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 67,419 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 67,414 miles

Front 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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WGM 414Y is a 1983 BMW R65 in Blue with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 WGM 414Y, 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

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What year was WGM 414Y registered?

WGM 414Y is a 1983 BMW R65, first registered on 27 June 1983.

Is WGM 414Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for WGM 414Y shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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