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BJU 168T

1978 BMW R45

Black Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,255 mi
Last recorded55,255 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 1978 BMW R4552,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJU 168T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 55,255 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 55,124 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 54,825 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 53,187 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 52,721 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 17 Oct 2008 52,721 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 52,113 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 51,656 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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BJU 168T is a 1978 BMW R45 in Black with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 52,721 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 BJU 168T, 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 48 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 BJU 168T registered?

BJU 168T is a 1978 BMW R45, first registered on 10 November 1978.

Is BJU 168T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJU 168T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJU 168T have outstanding finance?

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