Yes, C970 FDW is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 April 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for C970 FDW?

The MOT for C970 FDW is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 June 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of C970 FDW?

The recorded mileage for C970 FDW is 15,250 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is C970 FDW ULEZ compliant?

No, C970 FDW 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

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1985 BMW R Series 0.8L Petrol · C970 FDW

C970 FDW

1985 BMW R Series (0.8L, petrol). First registered 01/12/1985. Recorded mileage 15,250 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/04/2027.

Make & Model: BMW R SERIES
Year / Origin: 1985 · Cardiff
MOT Status: Valid until 16/06/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/04/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 15,250 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 0.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 16/06/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/04/2027

Mileage: 15,250 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1985
Engine: 798cc

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C970 FDW Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 18/06/2025
15,250 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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C970 FDW Mileage History

05/07/202214,192 mi
18/06/202414,260 mi+68 mi
18/06/202414,260 mi
18/06/202515,250 mi+990 mi

Average of roughly 358 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

C970 FDW MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Jun 2026, 17:55

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1985 BMW R Series (C970 FDW) between July 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 18 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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

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