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FHN 490V

1980 BMW R65

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,348 mi
Last recorded34,348 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2021
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHN 490V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Nov 2021 34,348 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 34,043 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 33,721 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 321,917 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 32,381 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 32,233 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 31,588 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 30,480 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 29,655 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 29,461 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 29,315 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 29,122 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

nearside grip slightly loose

Pass 13 Sep 2006 28,987 miles

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

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Aug 2005 28,891 miles

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

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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FHN 490V is a 1980 BMW R65 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 FHN 490V, 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 FHN 490V registered?

FHN 490V is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 18 January 1980.

Is FHN 490V safe to buy?

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