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E656 AMB

1988 BMW 518

Grey Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

236,769 mi
Last recorded236,769 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2005
Typical for 1988 BMW 518131,570 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE656 AMB
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Jul 2005 236,769 miles

Advise nearside handbrake adjustment

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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E656 AMB is a 1988 BMW 518 in Grey with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 131,570 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 E656 AMB, 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 38 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 E656 AMB?

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What year was E656 AMB registered?

E656 AMB is a 1988 BMW 518, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E656 AMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E656 AMB 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 E656 AMB have outstanding finance?

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