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DEG 940Y

1983 BMW R45

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,622 mi
Last recorded84,622 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1983 BMW R4542,528 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEG 940Y
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 84,622 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 84,145 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Apr 2016 82,941 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 82,941 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 77,931 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 72,518 miles

front calipers need a service

Pass 8 Apr 2013 68,738 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake slightly binding.

Fail 8 Apr 2013 68,698 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake slightly binding.

Pass 5 Apr 2012 27,661 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 5,252 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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DEG 940Y is a 1983 BMW R45 in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 42,528 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 DEG 940Y, 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 43 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 DEG 940Y registered?

DEG 940Y is a 1983 BMW R45, first registered on 28 February 1983.

Is DEG 940Y safe to buy?

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