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MKJ 942W

1980 BMW R65

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

397 mi
Last recorded397 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW R6541,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKJ 942W
MakeBMW
ModelR65
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 397 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 255 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 80 miles

after market baffled exhaust fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2015 2 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 29,227 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 28,832 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 27,961 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 27,475 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 27,080 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 26,160 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 25,287 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 24,414 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 24,414 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2006 62,063 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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MKJ 942W is a 1980 BMW R65 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MKJ 942W, 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 MKJ 942W registered?

MKJ 942W is a 1980 BMW R65, first registered on 20 August 1980.

Is MKJ 942W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKJ 942W shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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