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AVR 657T

1979 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,248 mi
Last recorded24,248 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAVR 657T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2018 24,248 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 23,282 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 22,055 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 20,551 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 18,636 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 16,207 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 14,322 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 12,104 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2010 10,193 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 8,641 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2008 7,286 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 6,247 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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AVR 657T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 37,127 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 AVR 657T, 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 47 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 AVR 657T?

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What year was AVR 657T registered?

AVR 657T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 4 January 1979.

Is AVR 657T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AVR 657T shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AVR 657T have outstanding finance?

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