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AK18 VNH

2018 BMW 5 Series

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,242 mi
Last recorded33,242 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2018 BMW 5 Series49,530 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK18 VNH
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 33,242 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 25,716 miles

Both side front tyres slightly worn on edges

Under trays fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2021 25,716 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Both side front tyres slightly worn on edges

Under trays fitted

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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AK18 VNH is a 2018 BMW 5 Series in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2018 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 49,530 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK18 VNH, 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 8 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK18 VNH registered?

AK18 VNH is a 2018 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 13 June 2018.

Is AK18 VNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK18 VNH shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AK18 VNH have outstanding finance?

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