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K604 YRF

1992 BMW 518

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

137,221 mi
Last recorded137,221 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1992 BMW 518135,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK604 YRF
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 137,221 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 135,722 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 132,896 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 131,061 miles

Oil coated underside

Fail 20 Jun 2014 131,061 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)

Oil coated underside

Pass 28 May 2013 129,196 miles

Oil coated underside

Pass 25 May 2012 124,102 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 121,005 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 118,258 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 115,366 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 111,200 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 102,385 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 94,719 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jun 2005 85,218 miles

all brakes and fuel pipes starting to corrde need cleaning

centre exhaust rubber starting to split

rea exhaust starting to corrde

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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K604 YRF is a 1992 BMW 518 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 K604 YRF, 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

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What year was K604 YRF registered?

K604 YRF is a 1992 BMW 518, first registered on 28 August 1992.

Is K604 YRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for K604 YRF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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