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EOV 4V

1980 BMW R45

Silver Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,646 mi
Last recorded23,646 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2010
Typical for 1980 BMW R4533,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEOV 4V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 11 Oct 2010 23,646 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 23,608 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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EOV 4V is a 1980 BMW R45 in Silver with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 33,809 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 EOV 4V, 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 46 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 EOV 4V registered?

EOV 4V is a 1980 BMW R45, first registered on 18 April 1980.

Is EOV 4V safe to buy?

The MOT history for EOV 4V shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EOV 4V have outstanding finance?

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