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L427 VSJ

1993 BMW 518

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

87,000 mi
Last recorded87,000 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2006
Typical for 1993 BMW 518118,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL427 VSJ
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Mar 2006 87,000 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 87,000 miles

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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L427 VSJ is a 1993 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 118,396 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 L427 VSJ, 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 33 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 L427 VSJ?

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What year was L427 VSJ registered?

L427 VSJ is a 1993 BMW 518, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L427 VSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L427 VSJ shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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