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A488 LVC

1984 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,038 mi
Last recorded44,038 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1984 BMW R6529,839 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA488 LVC
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2025 44,038 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2024 43,482 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 43,100 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2023 43,098 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 43,077 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2021 42,819 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 42,051 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 41,743 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 41,659 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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A488 LVC is a 1984 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1984 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 29,839 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 A488 LVC, 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 42 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 A488 LVC registered?

A488 LVC is a 1984 BMW R65, first registered on 16 May 1984.

Is A488 LVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A488 LVC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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