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LVS 542V

1980 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,944 mi
Last recorded42,944 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
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

RegistrationLVS 542V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2013 42,944 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 41,968 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 40,565 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 38,369 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Mar 2009 36,191 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 35,314 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 34,824 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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LVS 542V is a 1980 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LVS 542V, 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 LVS 542V registered?

LVS 542V is a 1980 BMW R45, first registered on 12 March 1980.

Is LVS 542V safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVS 542V shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LVS 542V have outstanding finance?

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