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FOD 20V

1979 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jan 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,483 mi
Last recorded23,483 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2026
Typical for 1979 BMW R6536,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOD 20V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 Jan 2026 23,483 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 23,402 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 23,338 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 23,249 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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FOD 20V is a 1979 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW R65 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 36,826 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 FOD 20V, 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 47 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 FOD 20V?

You can check the full history of FOD 20V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FOD 20V registered?

FOD 20V is a 1979 BMW R65, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is FOD 20V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOD 20V shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FOD 20V have outstanding finance?

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