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D296 LMG

1987 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

18,931 mi
Last recorded18,931 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW R6544,222 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD296 LMG
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 18,931 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 15,739 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2024 15,179 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 15,052 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 12,977 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 12,884 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 12,464 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 11,663 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 11,663 miles

Front Upper Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 10,418 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 8,991 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 7,982 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 6,358 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 5,926 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2009 5,912 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 5,912 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 5,900 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 5,885 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 5,868 miles

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

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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D296 LMG is a 1987 BMW R65 in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1987 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 44,222 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 D296 LMG, 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 39 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 D296 LMG registered?

D296 LMG is a 1987 BMW R65, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D296 LMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D296 LMG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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