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YWL 305V

1979 BMW R45

Red Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,777 mi
Last recorded71,777 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWL 305V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 71,777 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 70,526 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 69,005 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 68,963 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 68,954 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 68,954 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 68,470 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 54,353 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 53,527 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2005 52,807 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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YWL 305V is a 1979 BMW R45 in Red with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 YWL 305V, 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 YWL 305V registered?

YWL 305V is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is YWL 305V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWL 305V shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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