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LPB 722W

1980 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

44,203 mi
Last recorded44,203 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2024
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPB 722W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2024 44,203 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 42,284 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 41,735 miles

front suspension noisy at top of rebound and slightly soft operation

front tyre sidewalls perrished

Pass 30 Apr 2019 41,128 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 40,880 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 40,665 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 40,632 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 40,541 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 40,448 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 40,386 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 40,145 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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LPB 722W is a 1980 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 41,382 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 LPB 722W, 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 46 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 LPB 722W?

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What year was LPB 722W registered?

LPB 722W is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 20 October 1980.

Is LPB 722W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPB 722W 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.

Does LPB 722W have outstanding finance?

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