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A10 DTY

1993 BMW 518

White Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

195,334 mi
Last recorded195,334 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2007
Typical for 1993 BMW 518118,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 DTY
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1993
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 12 Dec 2007 195,334 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 189,007 miles

both front flexi brake hoses becoming perished

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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A10 DTY is a 1993 BMW 518 in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 118,396 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 A10 DTY, 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 33 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 A10 DTY registered?

A10 DTY is a 1993 BMW 518, first registered on 17 September 1993.

Is A10 DTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 DTY shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A10 DTY have outstanding finance?

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