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FNF 622V

1979 BMW R45

Red Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,144 mi
Last recorded58,144 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2017
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNF 622V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2017 58,144 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Aug 2017 58,144 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 10 Nov 2015 58,125 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 58,074 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 57,899 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Oct 2012 57,666 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 57,469 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 20 Oct 2011 57,462 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Offside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Oct 2010 56,943 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 56,512 miles
Fail 2 May 2009 56,497 miles

Front Brake master cylinder has a seized master cylinder pivot. (3.2.B5)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2006 56,143 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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FNF 622V is a 1979 BMW R45 in Red with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FNF 622V, 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 FNF 622V registered?

FNF 622V is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 2 August 1979.

Is FNF 622V safe to buy?

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