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L614 DPF

1994 BMW 518

Blue Petrol 1766cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

151,198 mi
Last recorded151,198 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2016
Typical for 1994 BMW 518132,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL614 DPF
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,766cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2016 151,198 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

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

Fail 23 May 2015 147,179 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 23 May 2015 134,179 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 132,912 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 132,912 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 135,499 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 135,499 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 132,500 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 127,098 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 127,098 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 135,159 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 135,159 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 132,058 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 118,153 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 115,491 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 113,274 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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L614 DPF is a 1994 BMW 518 in Blue with a 1,766cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1994 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 132,368 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 L614 DPF, 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 32 years old, this BMW 518 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L614 DPF registered?

L614 DPF is a 1994 BMW 518, first registered on 1 February 1994.

Is L614 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for L614 DPF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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