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A20 MSS

1990 BMW 518

Grey Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,588 mi
Last recorded136,588 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2010
Typical for 1990 BMW 518138,436 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 MSS
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2010 136,588 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 136,588 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 129,864 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 129,864 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 25 Sep 2008 118,862 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 114,574 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 109,721 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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A20 MSS is a 1990 BMW 518 in Grey with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1990 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 138,436 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 A20 MSS, 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 36 years old, this BMW 518 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A20 MSS?

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What year was A20 MSS registered?

A20 MSS is a 1990 BMW 518, first registered on 15 June 1990.

Is A20 MSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 MSS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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