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K35 VNE

1992 BMW 518

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 1992 BMW 518135,059 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK35 VNE
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2007

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

slight play in nearside rear camber link

Fail 18 Aug 2006 169,121 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2006 169,121 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 30 Aug 2005 159,967 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

fuel pipes corroded

steering joint dust cover split/missing

Pass 30 Aug 2005 159,967 miles

fuel pipes corroded

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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K35 VNE is a 1992 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1992 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 135,059 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K35 VNE, 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 34 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 K35 VNE?

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What year was K35 VNE registered?

K35 VNE is a 1992 BMW 518, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K35 VNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for K35 VNE shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K35 VNE have outstanding finance?

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