MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
227,358 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
How Reliable is the BMW 518?
Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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J4 OYD is a 1996 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1996 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 126,076 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 J4 OYD, 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 30 years old, this BMW 518 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of J4 OYD?
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What year was J4 OYD registered?
J4 OYD is a 1996 BMW 518, first registered on 30 December 1996.
Is J4 OYD safe to buy?
The MOT history for J4 OYD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does J4 OYD have outstanding finance?
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