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C312 WLB

1986 BMW 518

Silver Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,482 mi
Last recorded44,482 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2007
Typical for 1986 BMW 518121,668 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC312 WLB
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2007 44,482 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 43,987 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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C312 WLB is a 1986 BMW 518 in Silver with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 121,668 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 C312 WLB, 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 40 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 C312 WLB?

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What year was C312 WLB registered?

C312 WLB is a 1986 BMW 518, first registered on 29 April 1986.

Is C312 WLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C312 WLB 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.

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