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LWB 109W

1981 BMW R65

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,290 mi
Last recorded25,290 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R6538,621 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWB 109W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 25,290 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 25,290 miles

Rear All direction indicators obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2011 25,280 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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LWB 109W is a 1981 BMW R65 in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LWB 109W, 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

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What year was LWB 109W registered?

LWB 109W is a 1981 BMW R65, first registered on 16 June 1981.

Is LWB 109W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWB 109W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LWB 109W have outstanding finance?

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