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CJN 420T

1979 BMW R45

White Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2020
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,556 mi
Last recorded41,556 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJN 420T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2019 41,556 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2017 41,554 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 41,449 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 41,113 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 41,020 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 39,700 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 36,872 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 35,008 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 34,880 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 34,735 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 34,735 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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CJN 420T is a 1979 BMW R45 in White with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 CJN 420T, 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 CJN 420T registered?

CJN 420T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 30 March 1979.

Is CJN 420T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJN 420T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CJN 420T have outstanding finance?

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