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LGM 322W

1981 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

3,706 mi
Last recorded3,706 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLGM 322W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 3,706 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 3,264 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 3,096 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 2,561 miles

Fuel cap seal is starting to deter ate

Pass 26 Jun 2015 1,775 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 1,768 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 1,705 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 11 May 2011 1,682 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 1,682 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 632 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 217 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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LGM 322W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LGM 322W, 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 LGM 322W?

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What year was LGM 322W registered?

LGM 322W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 21 May 1981.

Is LGM 322W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LGM 322W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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