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UTW 980W

1981 BMW R45

Red Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,441 mi
Last recorded52,441 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTW 980W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2019 52,441 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 51,801 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 51,801 miles

Direction indicator not working All (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 50,824 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 49,847 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 48,994 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 48,159 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 48,159 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 47,147 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 46,809 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 45,829 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 45,268 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 44,797 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 44,064 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 43,018 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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UTW 980W is a 1981 BMW R45 in Red with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 UTW 980W, 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 UTW 980W?

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What year was UTW 980W registered?

UTW 980W is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is UTW 980W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTW 980W shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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