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DFR 820Y

1983 BMW R45

Red Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,534 mi
Last recorded13,534 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2023
Typical for 1983 BMW R4542,528 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFR 820Y
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2023 13,534 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 13,485 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 13,355 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 13,306 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 13,306 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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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DFR 820Y is a 1983 BMW R45 in Red with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 DFR 820Y, 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

How do I check the history of DFR 820Y?

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What year was DFR 820Y registered?

DFR 820Y is a 1983 BMW R45, first registered on 3 June 1983.

Is DFR 820Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFR 820Y shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFR 820Y have outstanding finance?

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