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HHB 422W

1981 BMW R45

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,161 mi
Last recorded42,161 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2005
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHB 422W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2005 42,161 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2005 43,155 miles

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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

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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HHB 422W is a 1981 BMW R45 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HHB 422W, 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 HHB 422W?

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What year was HHB 422W registered?

HHB 422W is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 16 January 1981.

Is HHB 422W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHB 422W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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