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FHJ 15T

1979 BMW R45

Black Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,535 mi
Last recorded40,535 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHJ 15T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2017 40,535 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 40,489 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 40,440 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 40,386 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 40,090 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 39,954 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 39,736 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Apr 2006 39,434 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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FHJ 15T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Black with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FHJ 15T, 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

How do I check the history of FHJ 15T?

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What year was FHJ 15T registered?

FHJ 15T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 5 July 1979.

Is FHJ 15T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHJ 15T shows 8 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 FHJ 15T have outstanding finance?

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