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LD63 GFV

2013 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

149,924 mi
Last recorded149,924 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2016
Typical for 2013 BMW 51893,341 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD63 GFV
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2016 149,924 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 113,716 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 113,716 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2015 80,199 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 62,307 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 47,284 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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LD63 GFV is a 2013 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 93,341 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 LD63 GFV, 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 13 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LD63 GFV?

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What year was LD63 GFV registered?

LD63 GFV is a 2013 BMW 518, first registered on 28 November 2013.

Is LD63 GFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD63 GFV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LD63 GFV have outstanding finance?

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