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DWV 651V

1979 BMW R45

Black Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

62,618 mi
Last recorded62,618 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2020
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWV 651V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2020 62,618 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 62,524 miles

Brake lever has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 62,498 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2018 62,498 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 62,259 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 62,244 miles

Luggage Rack Broken

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 62,241 miles

Luggage Rack Brocken

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 61,757 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2008 61,752 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 60,917 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 59,391 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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DWV 651V is a 1979 BMW R45 in Black with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DWV 651V, 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 DWV 651V registered?

DWV 651V is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is DWV 651V safe to buy?

The MOT history for DWV 651V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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