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A703 OTL

1983 BMW R45

Blue Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,633 mi
Last recorded66,633 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 1983 BMW R4542,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA703 OTL
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc
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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2020 66,633 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 66,517 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 66,201 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 66,021 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 65,788 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 65,381 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 64,902 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2013 64,307 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 63,956 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 63,296 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 62,732 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 62,210 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 61,525 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 60,753 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 60,213 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 60,214 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 60,213 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 59,431 miles

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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A703 OTL is a 1983 BMW R45 in Blue with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 42,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A703 OTL, 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 43 years old, this BMW R45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A703 OTL registered?

A703 OTL is a 1983 BMW R45, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A703 OTL safe to buy?

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