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KMC 855W

1980 BMW R45

Black Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,758 mi
Last recorded41,758 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1980 BMW R4533,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMC 855W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 41,758 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

seat base corroded

Fail 5 Jun 2014 41,758 miles

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

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

seat base corroded

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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KMC 855W is a 1980 BMW R45 in Black with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 33,809 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 KMC 855W, 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 46 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 KMC 855W?

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What year was KMC 855W registered?

KMC 855W is a 1980 BMW R45, first registered on 14 October 1980.

Is KMC 855W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMC 855W 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.

Does KMC 855W have outstanding finance?

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