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EMX 203V

1979 BMW R45

Red Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,646 mi
Last recorded63,646 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2013
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMX 203V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2013 63,646 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

handlebars slightly bent

rear lamp mounts damaged

Pass 18 Dec 2012 57,541 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

handlebars slightly bent

Fail 13 Dec 2012 57,461 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

grease on front and rear tyre beads

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 14 Dec 2011 50,804 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

handlebars slightly bent

Pass 1 Nov 2010 44,015 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 40,927 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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EMX 203V is a 1979 BMW R45 in Red with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EMX 203V, 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 EMX 203V registered?

EMX 203V is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is EMX 203V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMX 203V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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