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YDF 388Y

1982 BMW R65

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

61,067 mi
Last recorded61,067 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R6539,084 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDF 388Y
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2022 61,067 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 60,451 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2021 60,437 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 60,254 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 59,886 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 58,608 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 57,666 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 56,947 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 56,592 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 55,243 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 54,319 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 47,442 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 46,668 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 45,734 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 42,733 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 40,856 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 37,540 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 36,196 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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YDF 388Y is a 1982 BMW R65 in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 YDF 388Y, 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 YDF 388Y registered?

YDF 388Y is a 1982 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is YDF 388Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDF 388Y shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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