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NPE 933W

1981 BMW R45

Black Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

57,881 mi
Last recorded57,881 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2023
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPE 933W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2023 57,881 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 57,562 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 57,342 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 57,079 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 56,970 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 56,600 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 56,397 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 56,146 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 55,755 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 55,561 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 55,167 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 54,791 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2011 54,391 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 15 Jun 2010 52,997 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front brake sliteley sponge

Pass 30 Jun 2009 53,686 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 52,503 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 52,503 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 52,115 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 51,377 miles

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

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

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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NPE 933W is a 1981 BMW R45 in Black with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1981 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 43,365 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 NPE 933W, 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 45 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 NPE 933W registered?

NPE 933W is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is NPE 933W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPE 933W shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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