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UTJ 660V

1980 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 473cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,358 mi
Last recorded40,358 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 1980 BMW R4533,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUTJ 660V
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1980
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine473cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 40,358 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 39,615 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 39,543 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 38,469 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 37,172 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 37,170 miles

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

n/s rear view mirror missing

o/s handgrip perished

Pass 7 Jul 2010 36,898 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 36,463 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2008 36,029 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2007 35,657 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2006 35,192 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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UTJ 660V is a 1980 BMW R45 in Beige with a 473cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 BMW R45 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 33,809 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 UTJ 660V, 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 46 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 UTJ 660V registered?

UTJ 660V is a 1980 BMW R45, first registered on 25 February 1980.

Is UTJ 660V safe to buy?

The MOT history for UTJ 660V 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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