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B504 LGV

1984 BMW R65

Green Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,021 mi
Last recorded23,021 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R6529,839 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB504 LGV
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1984
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 23,021 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 23,015 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jan 2023 22,923 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 22,915 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 22,850 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 22,723 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 22,650 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 21,817 miles

Nearside FUEL HOSE PERISHED

Pass 30 Aug 2016 17,037 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 8,632 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 7,332 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 7,219 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 6,859 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 6,640 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 6,305 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 6,305 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 5,168 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 5,168 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 4,502 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 3,507 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 3,507 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2005 3,498 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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B504 LGV is a 1984 BMW R65 in Green with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 B504 LGV, 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.

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What year was B504 LGV registered?

B504 LGV is a 1984 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1984.

Is B504 LGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B504 LGV shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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