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KAN 70W

1981 BMW R45

Blue Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,413 mi
Last recorded49,413 miles
Recorded on27 May 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAN 70W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2021 49,413 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

front tyre perishing

Pass 2 Jun 2020 49,371 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front perished

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 46,650 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 44,966 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 42,047 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 31,903 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 21,701 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 21,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2013 11,461 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 99,737 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 88,130 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2010 75,608 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 60,864 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2008 47,305 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2008 47,305 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2007 36,551 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 28,297 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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KAN 70W is a 1981 BMW R45 in Blue with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 43,365 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

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 KAN 70W, 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 KAN 70W?

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What year was KAN 70W registered?

KAN 70W is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is KAN 70W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAN 70W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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