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682 DXH

1992 BMW 518

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

36,078 mi
Last recorded36,078 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW 518135,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration682 DXH
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 36,078 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2025 36,075 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 35,691 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 35,066 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 34,686 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 34,681 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 34,489 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 33,842 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 32,732 miles

foot brake passed mot on lock but could be more efficient

Fail 26 Oct 2018 32,731 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 30,147 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 29,947 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 29,442 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2014 29,101 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 29,097 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 29,097 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 29,092 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 28,627 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 28,623 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 28,576 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 28,577 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 27,920 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 26,312 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 518?

Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
6,367
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
8,904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,373
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,837
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,465
position lamp(s) not working 1,178
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 1,104
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682 DXH is a 1992 BMW 518 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1992 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 135,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 518 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 3,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 682 DXH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 518 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 34 years old, this BMW 518 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 682 DXH registered?

682 DXH is a 1992 BMW 518, first registered on 19 March 1992.

Is 682 DXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 682 DXH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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