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L18 KAJ

1994 BMW 530

Red Petrol 2997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,971 mi
Last recorded94,971 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2006
Typical for 1994 BMW 530132,801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 KAJ
MakeBMW
Model530
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2006 94,971 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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L18 KAJ is a 1994 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 132,801 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L18 KAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 32 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L18 KAJ registered?

L18 KAJ is a 1994 BMW 530, first registered on 31 March 1994.

Is L18 KAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L18 KAJ 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.

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