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LEW 364W

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,372 mi
Last recorded22,372 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEW 364W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2022 22,372 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 22,164 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 22,005 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 21,935 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 21,575 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 21,327 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 20,746 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 20,664 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 20,662 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 20,617 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 20,598 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 20,488 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 20,327 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 20,114 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 20,045 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 19,999 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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LEW 364W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 38,621 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 LEW 364W, 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 45 years old, this BMW R65 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LEW 364W?

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What year was LEW 364W registered?

LEW 364W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is LEW 364W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEW 364W shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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