MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
80,611 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)
Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS
Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear wheel bearings are tight but not considered excessive (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the BMW R45?
Based on 2,326 MOT tests across 341 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BHM 885T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Red with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 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 BHM 885T, 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
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What year was BHM 885T registered?
BHM 885T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 1 June 1979.
Is BHM 885T safe to buy?
The MOT history for BHM 885T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BHM 885T have outstanding finance?
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