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YFC 185V

1979 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

9,948 mi
Last recorded9,948 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2020
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFC 185V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2020 9,948 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 9,927 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 9,907 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 9,887 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 9,866 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 9,840 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 9,820 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 9,820 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 9,798 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 9,796 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 9,589 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 8,448 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 8,341 miles

Nearside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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YFC 185V is a 1979 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YFC 185V, 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

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What year was YFC 185V registered?

YFC 185V is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is YFC 185V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFC 185V shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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