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DOX 303V

1980 BMW R65

Silver Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

4 mi
Last recorded4 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDOX 303V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2020 4 miles

Rear no rear fender at time of test

Pass 30 May 2018 13 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 75,423 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Jul 2015 75,423 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 73,905 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 72,630 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

petrol pipes poor

Pass 26 Jan 2009 69,415 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 69,415 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 68,847 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 68,847 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 68,587 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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DOX 303V is a 1980 BMW R65 in Silver with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 DOX 303V, 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

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What year was DOX 303V registered?

DOX 303V is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 1 February 1980.

Is DOX 303V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DOX 303V shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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