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A234 XMH

1984 BMW R45

Black Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

43,375 mi
Last recorded43,375 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2008
Typical for 1984 BMW R4528,602 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA234 XMH
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2008 43,375 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 42,893 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 42,893 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 42,354 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 42,343 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

How Reliable is the BMW R45?

Based on 2,326 MOT tests across 341 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
343
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
341
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 10
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A234 XMH is a 1984 BMW R45 in Black with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1984 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 28,602 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW R45 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A234 XMH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R45 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 42 years old, this BMW R45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A234 XMH?

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What year was A234 XMH registered?

A234 XMH is a 1984 BMW R45, first registered on 30 March 1984.

Is A234 XMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A234 XMH shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A234 XMH have outstanding finance?

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