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H617 LTF

1991 BMW 518

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,163 mi
Last recorded93,163 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2011
Typical for 1991 BMW 518138,483 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH617 LTF
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2011 93,163 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 88,673 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 88,573 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 87,818 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 86,724 miles

wiper blades getting smeary

Pass 20 Apr 2006 85,510 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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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H617 LTF is a 1991 BMW 518 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1991 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 138,483 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 H617 LTF, 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 35 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 H617 LTF?

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What year was H617 LTF registered?

H617 LTF is a 1991 BMW 518, first registered on 3 May 1991.

Is H617 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H617 LTF shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H617 LTF have outstanding finance?

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