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DWA 700V

1979 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,689 mi
Last recorded8,689 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
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

RegistrationDWA 700V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 8,689 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 8,673 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 8,536 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 8,061 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 7,893 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 7,811 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 7,811 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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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DWA 700V is a 1979 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DWA 700V, 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 DWA 700V registered?

DWA 700V is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is DWA 700V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWA 700V shows 7 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.

Does DWA 700V have outstanding finance?

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