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TAO 153X

1982 BMW R45

Black Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

303 mi
Last recorded303 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
Typical for 1982 BMW R4526,764 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAO 153X
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 303 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 265 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 2 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 45,383 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 45,353 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2005 45,300 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2005 45,287 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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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TAO 153X is a 1982 BMW R45 in Black with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 TAO 153X, 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 TAO 153X registered?

TAO 153X is a 1982 BMW R45, first registered on 29 March 1982.

Is TAO 153X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAO 153X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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