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KMF 173W

1980 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,029 mi
Last recorded65,029 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2007
Typical for 1980 BMW R4533,809 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKMF 173W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2007 65,029 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2007 65,029 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2006 61,282 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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KMF 173W is a 1980 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KMF 173W, 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 KMF 173W?

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What year was KMF 173W registered?

KMF 173W is a 1980 BMW R45, first registered on 4 November 1980.

Is KMF 173W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KMF 173W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KMF 173W have outstanding finance?

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