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XTY 145T

1979 BMW R45

Red Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,532 mi
Last recorded88,532 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXTY 145T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 88,532 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 86,990 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 85,401 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 83,892 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 81,916 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 80,194 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 78,068 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 75,678 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 73,277 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 70,872 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 68,519 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 66,862 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 65,066 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 63,146 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 61,684 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 60,642 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 59,467 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 57,917 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 56,443 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 55,415 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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XTY 145T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Red with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XTY 145T, 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 XTY 145T?

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What year was XTY 145T registered?

XTY 145T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 22 June 1979.

Is XTY 145T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XTY 145T shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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