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LPD 218W

1980 BMW R45

Red Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,692 mi
Last recorded33,692 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 1980 BMW R4533,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPD 218W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 33,692 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 33,692 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 May 2020 33,171 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 32,047 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 32,015 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 31,852 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 31,815 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 31,734 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 30,072 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2011 28,396 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 28,396 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 26,668 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 23,810 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 20,637 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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LPD 218W is a 1980 BMW R45 in Red with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its 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 LPD 218W, 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

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What year was LPD 218W registered?

LPD 218W is a 1980 BMW R45, first registered on 20 October 1980.

Is LPD 218W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPD 218W shows 14 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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