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GAS 971X

1982 BMW R45

Green Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,518 mi
Last recorded12,518 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2020
Typical for 1982 BMW R4526,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAS 971X
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2020 12,518 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 12,417 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 12,358 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Jun 2015 12,358 miles

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 12,187 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Repair seat catch.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2008 11,507 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 11,223 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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GAS 971X is a 1982 BMW R45 in Green with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,764 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 GAS 971X, 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 44 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 GAS 971X?

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What year was GAS 971X registered?

GAS 971X is a 1982 BMW R45, first registered on 16 April 1982.

Is GAS 971X safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAS 971X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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