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VHO 155V

1979 BMW R45

Blue Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

22,373 mi
Last recorded22,373 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2016
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHO 155V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2016 22,373 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 22,337 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 22,253 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 22,088 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 21,986 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 21,593 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 21,076 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 20,882 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 20,866 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 20,809 miles

front mudguard bolts loose.

Fail 18 Sep 2007 20,809 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

front mudguard bolts loose.

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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VHO 155V is a 1979 BMW R45 in Blue with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1979 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 37,127 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VHO 155V, 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 47 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 VHO 155V?

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What year was VHO 155V registered?

VHO 155V is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 20 September 1979.

Is VHO 155V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHO 155V shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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