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ULX 271X

1981 BMW R45

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,327 mi
Last recorded72,327 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULX 271X
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2021 72,327 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 70,079 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

only running on one cylinder

Fail 1 Aug 2019 70,079 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Exhaust silencer insecure clamp missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

only running on one cylinder

Fail 2 Oct 2018 70,044 miles

All position lamps not working all (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 May 2017 68,374 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 66,978 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2014 65,217 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 65,217 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 62,569 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 61,335 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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ULX 271X is a 1981 BMW R45 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 ULX 271X, 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

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What year was ULX 271X registered?

ULX 271X is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 9 September 1981.

Is ULX 271X safe to buy?

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