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GYO 440W

1981 BMW R45

Red Petrol 450cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,435 mi
Last recorded31,435 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2013
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYO 440W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine450cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2013 31,435 miles

REAR TYRE STARTING TO CRACK

Pass 8 Jul 2011 31,410 miles

FRONT BRAKE LEVER SLIGHT FREE PLAY

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 31,399 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 May 2009 31,390 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 31,381 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 31,381 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 10 May 2007 31,378 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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GYO 440W is a 1981 BMW R45 in Red with a 450cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 43,365 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 GYO 440W, 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 45 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 GYO 440W?

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What year was GYO 440W registered?

GYO 440W is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 10 February 1981.

Is GYO 440W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYO 440W 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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