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GLK 74T

1979 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

39,788 mi
Last recorded39,788 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2019
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

RegistrationGLK 74T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2019 39,788 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 36,545 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 36,545 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 38,992 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 38,992 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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GLK 74T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 GLK 74T, 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 GLK 74T?

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What year was GLK 74T registered?

GLK 74T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 24 May 1979.

Is GLK 74T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLK 74T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GLK 74T have outstanding finance?

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