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YUL 401T

1979 BMW R45

Beige Petrol 475cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

21,669 mi
Last recorded21,669 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1979 BMW R4537,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUL 401T
MakeBMW
ModelR45
Year1979
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine475cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 21,669 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 21,540 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 21,238 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 20,723 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 20,338 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 20,026 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 19,865 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 19,592 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 19,366 miles

front stop lamp inop[disconected ?]

Fail 1 Sep 2011 19,366 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front stop lamp inop[disconected ?]

Pass 20 Aug 2010 19,523 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 19,467 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 19,302 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 19,235 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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YUL 401T is a 1979 BMW R45 in Beige with a 475cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 YUL 401T, 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

How do I check the history of YUL 401T?

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What year was YUL 401T registered?

YUL 401T is a 1979 BMW R45, first registered on 4 January 1979.

Is YUL 401T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YUL 401T shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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