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VCM 759V

1980 BMW R45

Blue Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

23,610 mi
Last recorded23,610 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 1980 BMW R4533,809 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCM 759V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 23,610 miles

front brake fluid level low

rear tyre age cracking on side walls.throttle raised slightly on right hand lock

Pass 10 Oct 2018 23,259 miles

rear tyre slightly age cracking on side walls

throttle slightly raised on right hand lock

Pass 16 Oct 2017 22,978 miles

rear tyre side walls cracking

Pass 24 Jun 2016 22,667 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 22,585 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 22,409 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 22,118 miles
Fail 10 May 2013 22,118 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 21,618 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 21,336 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 21,329 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 20,404 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 20,343 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 20,294 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 20,194 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 20,194 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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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VCM 759V is a 1980 BMW R45 in Blue with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1980 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 33,809 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 VCM 759V, 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 46 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 VCM 759V registered?

VCM 759V is a 1980 BMW R45, first registered on 16 May 1980.

Is VCM 759V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCM 759V shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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