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PON 237Y

1982 BMW R45

Multi-colour Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

61,770 mi
Last recorded61,770 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R4526,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPON 237Y
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1982
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2022 61,770 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 59,644 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 57,420 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 9,455 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 8,833 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2018 8,833 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 8,268 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 7,980 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 7,414 miles

front tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Fail 16 Mar 2015 7,414 miles

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

front tyre sidewalls slightly perished

Pass 12 May 2009 6,368 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 5,705 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 4,627 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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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PON 237Y is a 1982 BMW R45 in Multi-colour with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1982 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 26,764 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 PON 237Y, 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 44 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 PON 237Y registered?

PON 237Y is a 1982 BMW R45, first registered on 27 September 1982.

Is PON 237Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PON 237Y shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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