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RBG 881T

1979 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,182 mi
Last recorded70,182 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRBG 881T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 May 2021 70,182 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 69,731 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 69,469 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 69,152 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 68,572 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 68,160 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 67,275 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 66,743 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 65,629 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 64,846 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2009 64,089 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 62,666 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 61,502 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 60,255 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 59,049 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 59,049 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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RBG 881T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 37,127 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 RBG 881T, 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 47 years old, this BMW R45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RBG 881T?

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What year was RBG 881T registered?

RBG 881T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 24 January 1979.

Is RBG 881T safe to buy?

The MOT history for RBG 881T shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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