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BVG 607Y

1982 BMW R45

Red Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

69,336 mi
Last recorded69,336 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1982 BMW R4526,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVG 607Y
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 69,336 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 69,091 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Feb 2020 69,091 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Nov 2016 68,828 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 68,550 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2014 68,043 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 66,488 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 66,488 miles

Sidecar attachment insecure (5.1.1b)

Pass 3 May 2011 65,568 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 64,608 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 63,432 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 61,891 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 61,058 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 53,853 miles

front forks slightly weeping but not exssive

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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BVG 607Y is a 1982 BMW R45 in Red with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,764 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 BVG 607Y, 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 44 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 BVG 607Y registered?

BVG 607Y is a 1982 BMW R45, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is BVG 607Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVG 607Y shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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