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TAK 304Y

1982 BMW R45

Red Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

30,768 mi
Last recorded30,768 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1982 BMW R4526,764 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAK 304Y
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 30,768 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 30,728 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working switch fault (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 30,147 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 30,129 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 29,472 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 28,418 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 27,793 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 27,253 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2013 24,851 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 24,851 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 21,467 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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TAK 304Y is a 1982 BMW R45 in Red with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 TAK 304Y, 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 TAK 304Y registered?

TAK 304Y is a 1982 BMW R45, first registered on 1 December 1982.

Is TAK 304Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAK 304Y shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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