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ELG 634X

1981 BMW R45

Green Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,132 mi
Last recorded55,132 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELG 634X
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 55,132 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 54,792 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 52,516 miles

Swing arm bearings have slight play

Pass 25 Aug 2017 52,359 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 51,366 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 50,883 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 50,086 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 49,190 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 48,373 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 47,606 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 47,544 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 46,555 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 22 Jul 2010 46,555 miles

Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 46,481 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 46,460 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 46,389 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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ELG 634X is a 1981 BMW R45 in Green with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 43,365 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 ELG 634X, 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 45 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 ELG 634X?

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What year was ELG 634X registered?

ELG 634X is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 5 November 1981.

Is ELG 634X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELG 634X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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