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VBJ 636X

1982 BMW R45

Black Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,871 mi
Last recorded42,871 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 1982 BMW R4526,764 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVBJ 636X
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 42,871 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 42,831 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 42,831 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2019 42,777 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 42,731 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2018 42,731 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Oct 2017 42,658 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 42,570 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 42,570 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 42,449 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2014 42,449 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2014 42,369 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 42,307 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2012 42,259 miles

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 42,205 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2010 42,140 miles

Front Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 42,089 miles

Front Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Pass 30 Jan 2008 42,024 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 41,854 miles

winker switch sticking, advice lube.

Pass 25 Jan 2006 41,696 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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VBJ 636X is a 1982 BMW R45 in Black with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VBJ 636X, 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 VBJ 636X registered?

VBJ 636X is a 1982 BMW R45, first registered on 24 June 1982.

Is VBJ 636X safe to buy?

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