The road tax status for C685 GDW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for C685 GDW?

The MOT for C685 GDW is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 May 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of C685 GDW?

The recorded mileage for C685 GDW is 18,480 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is C685 GDW ULEZ compliant?

No, C685 GDW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1985 BMW R65 0.7L Petrol · C685 GDW

C685 GDW

1985 BMW R65 (0.7L, petrol). First registered 07/11/1985. Recorded mileage 18,480 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW R65
Year / Origin: 1985 · Cardiff
MOT Status: Valid until 19/05/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 18,480 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 0.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 18,480 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1985
Engine: 650cc

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C685 GDW Key Findings

16 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2024
18,480 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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C685 GDW Mileage History

10/06/20084,442 mi
11/09/20097,499 mi+3,057 mi
14/01/20119,809 mi+2,310 mi
16/02/201211,281 mi+1,472 mi
20/02/201312,225 mi+944 mi
20/02/201312,225 mi
24/03/201413,758 mi+1,533 mi
26/03/201413,758 mi
02/04/201514,385 mi+627 mi
06/08/201914,682 mi+297 mi
06/08/201914,682 mi
20/11/202016,504 mi+1,822 mi
21/11/202016,524 mi+20 mi
23/03/202217,620 mi+1,096 mi
06/04/202318,099 mi+479 mi
21/05/202418,480 mi+381 mi

Average of roughly 880 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

C685 GDW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 09:36

MOT Analysis

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16 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 BMW R65 (C685 GDW) between June 2008 and May 2024.

The record contains 12 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 21 May 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))”; “Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)”.

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