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DLJ 800T

1979 BMW R45

Red Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,443 mi
Last recorded21,443 miles
Recorded on18 May 2007
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLJ 800T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 May 2007 21,443 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

dip beams within parameter but one higher than the other.

Pass 18 May 2007 21,443 miles

dip beams within parameter but one higher than the other.

Pass 12 May 2006 21,207 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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DLJ 800T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Red with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DLJ 800T, 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

How do I check the history of DLJ 800T?

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What year was DLJ 800T registered?

DLJ 800T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 26 June 1979.

Is DLJ 800T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLJ 800T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DLJ 800T have outstanding finance?

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