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YKD 192W

1981 BMW R45

Black Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

61,798 mi
Last recorded61,798 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKD 192W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 61,798 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both legs (5.3.2 (b))

Front Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 32,136 miles

Both front brake hoses perishing

Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both legs (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 32,117 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2015 32,062 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 31,782 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 31,643 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 30,940 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 29,167 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 27,376 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 25,656 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 25,656 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 23,271 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2006 22,206 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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YKD 192W is a 1981 BMW R45 in Black with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1981 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 43,365 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 YKD 192W, 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 45 years old, this BMW R45 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YKD 192W registered?

YKD 192W is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is YKD 192W safe to buy?

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