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XDH 493X

1982 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

75,864 mi
Last recorded75,864 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDH 493X
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2022 75,864 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 75,455 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 74,924 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 74,242 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 73,536 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 72,455 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 70,420 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 68,740 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 66,754 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 66,752 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 66,217 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 64,659 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 62,712 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 60,722 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 59,992 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2006 58,194 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2005 56,479 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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XDH 493X is a 1982 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XDH 493X, 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 XDH 493X registered?

XDH 493X is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 8 April 1982.

Is XDH 493X safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDH 493X shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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