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A18 RVB

2020 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,901 mi
Last recorded44,901 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2020 BMW 5 Series36,579 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 RVB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2026 44,901 miles

covers under bonnet and car and sills covering components

Pass 6 Jan 2025 35,215 miles

covers under bonnet under car and on outer sills preventing full inspection

Pass 9 Jan 2024 27,327 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 11 Jan 2023 19,120 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some components

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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A18 RVB is a 2020 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2020 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 36,579 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 RVB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 6 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A18 RVB?

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What year was A18 RVB registered?

A18 RVB is a 2020 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 January 2020.

Is A18 RVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 RVB shows 4 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 A18 RVB have outstanding finance?

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