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JBL 884W

1980 BMW R65

Grey Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,729 mi
Last recorded26,729 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBL 884W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2020 26,729 miles

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

oil leak

Fail 12 Mar 2020 26,695 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2019 21,755 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir: fluid leak

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

advise check tyre pressures

Fail 26 Feb 2019 21,755 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir: fluid leak

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

Rear Position lamp damaged but function not impaired (4.2.1 (c) (ii))

advise check tyre pressures

Pass 13 Mar 2018 15,361 miles

advise service brakes

faul with o/side indicator tell-tail but indicators are seen from riders position

Pass 16 Jul 2015 15,358 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 15,283 miles

O/side tell-tail not fuctioning, but indicator can be seen from riding position

Pass 7 Jun 2013 15,243 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 15,192 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 14,999 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 14,827 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 13 May 2009 14,612 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 14,382 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 14,218 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 13,997 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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JBL 884W is a 1980 BMW R65 in Grey with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 JBL 884W, 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 JBL 884W registered?

JBL 884W is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 24 November 1980.

Is JBL 884W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBL 884W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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