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B890 YTC

1985 BMW R45

Blue Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

4,364 mi
Last recorded4,364 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 BMW R4536,096 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB890 YTC
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2025 4,364 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 3,761 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 3,636 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 3,298 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 2,870 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 2,615 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 2,443 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 2,431 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released stop light on all the time at time of test (1.3.1e)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 1,523 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 946 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 8 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 21,297 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 21,130 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 20,825 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 20,790 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 20,512 miles

slight evidence of number plate border alterations

Pass 28 Jun 2008 20,247 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 20,173 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 19,883 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2006 19,880 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2005 19,329 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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B890 YTC is a 1985 BMW R45 in Blue with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1985 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 36,096 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 B890 YTC, 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 41 years old, this BMW R45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B890 YTC registered?

B890 YTC is a 1985 BMW R45, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B890 YTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B890 YTC shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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