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ELC 950T

1979 BMW R45

Red Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,651 mi
Last recorded31,651 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELC 950T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 31,651 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 31,388 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 30,946 miles

Front brakes slightly binding

Pass 19 Jun 2013 30,513 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 30,513 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 30,274 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 29,480 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 27,131 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 24,929 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 23,208 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 23,065 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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ELC 950T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Red with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ELC 950T, 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 ELC 950T registered?

ELC 950T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 15 January 1979.

Is ELC 950T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELC 950T shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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