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EXI 212

1984 BMW R45

Red Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,659 mi
Last recorded4,659 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 1984 BMW R4528,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEXI 212
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2024 4,659 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 May 2023 4,570 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 4,539 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 4,527 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 4,379 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 4,263 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 4,210 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 4,093 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 4,018 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 4,018 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 4,012 miles

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

Fail 20 Aug 2015 4,012 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 4,012 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 4,007 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2013 4,007 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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EXI 212 is a 1984 BMW R45 in Red with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1984 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 28,602 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 EXI 212, 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 42 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 EXI 212 registered?

EXI 212 is a 1984 BMW R45, first registered on 17 August 1984.

Is EXI 212 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EXI 212 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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