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A581 XNY

1984 BMW 518

Brown Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,042 mi
Last recorded52,042 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2018
Typical for 1984 BMW 518111,061 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA581 XNY
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1984
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2018 52,042 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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A581 XNY is a 1984 BMW 518 in Brown with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 111,061 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 A581 XNY, 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 42 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 A581 XNY?

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What year was A581 XNY registered?

A581 XNY is a 1984 BMW 518, first registered on 22 March 1984.

Is A581 XNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A581 XNY shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A581 XNY have outstanding finance?

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