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LG18 ECT

2018 BMW 520

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,223 mi
Last recorded77,223 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 52045,387 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG18 ECT
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 77,223 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 71,813 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 67,786 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 62,774 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 55,005 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 44,567 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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LG18 ECT is a 2018 BMW 520 in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 45,387 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG18 ECT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG18 ECT?

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What year was LG18 ECT registered?

LG18 ECT is a 2018 BMW 520, first registered on 19 March 2018.

Is LG18 ECT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG18 ECT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LG18 ECT have outstanding finance?

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