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SRK 198W

1981 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,503 mi
Last recorded16,503 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRK 198W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 22 May 2019 16,503 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 15,751 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 15,496 miles

handle bar grips worn

slight corrosion on rear swinging arm

Pass 24 May 2016 15,086 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 14,584 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 14,300 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 13,804 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 13,052 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 12,049 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 11,321 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 18 May 2009 10,612 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 19 May 2008 9,914 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 9,016 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 8,321 miles

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

front and rear tyres sligtly perished

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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SRK 198W is a 1981 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SRK 198W, 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

How do I check the history of SRK 198W?

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What year was SRK 198W registered?

SRK 198W is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is SRK 198W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRK 198W shows 14 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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