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D694 YPG

1987 BMW 518

Red Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

168,066 mi
Last recorded168,066 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2008
Typical for 1987 BMW 518118,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD694 YPG
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 27 Feb 2008 168,066 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 162,739 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 157,717 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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D694 YPG is a 1987 BMW 518 in Red with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 118,725 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 D694 YPG, 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 39 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 D694 YPG?

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What year was D694 YPG registered?

D694 YPG is a 1987 BMW 518, first registered on 1 April 1987.

Is D694 YPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for D694 YPG shows 3 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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