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FTL 466T

1979 BMW R45

Red Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,555 mi
Last recorded35,555 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTL 466T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2013 35,555 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 35,513 miles

SIGNS OF PERISHING ON REAR TYRE

Pass 23 Jul 2010 35,454 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 35,378 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 35,303 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 35,171 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2005 33,390 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2005 33,374 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Offside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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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FTL 466T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Red with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 FTL 466T, 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 FTL 466T?

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What year was FTL 466T registered?

FTL 466T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 6 April 1979.

Is FTL 466T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FTL 466T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FTL 466T have outstanding finance?

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