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MDH 219V

1980 BMW R65

Grey Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

46,682 mi
Last recorded46,682 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDH 219V
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 46,682 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 46,469 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 46,153 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 46,020 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 45,738 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 45,738 miles

Central Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2016 45,359 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 44,952 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 44,864 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 43,697 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 42,003 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 40,549 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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MDH 219V is a 1980 BMW R65 in Grey with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MDH 219V, 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 MDH 219V registered?

MDH 219V is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 6 June 1980.

Is MDH 219V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDH 219V shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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