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LPC 964W

1980 BMW R65

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

64,698 mi
Last recorded64,698 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPC 964W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2020 64,698 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 63,998 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 62,560 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 61,132 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 60,037 miles

Front led light strip masked

Pass 17 Nov 2015 58,862 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 57,817 miles

headlight beam pattern slightly diffused

Pass 28 Nov 2013 56,114 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 54,460 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 52,936 miles

front brakes catching slightly

lock stop found missing - lock to lock checks found top yoke bolts just contact fuel tank - STRONG ADVICE

nearside and offside front fork stanchions - light misting of oil

Pass 11 Nov 2010 50,630 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 48,748 miles

front brakes binding - STRONG ADVICE

fuel smell apparent - no leaks found - STRONG ADVICE

indicator switch sticky in operation

Pass 16 Sep 2008 48,569 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 48,039 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 47,832 miles

Battery insecure

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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LPC 964W is a 1980 BMW R65 in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LPC 964W, 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 LPC 964W?

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What year was LPC 964W registered?

LPC 964W is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 17 September 1980.

Is LPC 964W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPC 964W shows 15 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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