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TGA 405W

1981 BMW R45

Red Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,556 mi
Last recorded30,556 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2018
Typical for 1981 BMW R4543,365 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGA 405W
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2018 30,556 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 30,552 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 30,233 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 29,857 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 29,831 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 29,144 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 28,788 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 28,246 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2010 28,246 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 28,214 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 28,194 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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TGA 405W is a 1981 BMW R45 in Red with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 TGA 405W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TGA 405W?

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What year was TGA 405W registered?

TGA 405W is a 1981 BMW R45, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is TGA 405W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TGA 405W 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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