MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,786 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Inner Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
How Reliable is the BMW R45?
Based on 2,326 MOT tests across 341 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MLK 517V is a 1980 BMW R45 in Beige 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 MLK 517V, 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.
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How do I check the history of MLK 517V?
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What year was MLK 517V registered?
MLK 517V is a 1980 BMW R45, first registered on 21 April 1980.
Is MLK 517V safe to buy?
The MOT history for MLK 517V 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.
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