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M184 WBW

1995 BMW 518

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

162,501 mi
Last recorded162,501 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2011
Typical for 1995 BMW 518124,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM184 WBW
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2011 162,501 miles

Front discs worn

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 148,000 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 148,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 146,788 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2009 141,779 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Slight play and leak from steering box,Oil leak from timing chain cover

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 141,779 miles

Slight play and leak from steering box,Oil leak from timing chain cover

Pass 22 Feb 2008 136,770 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 22 Feb 2007 130,002 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 23 Feb 2006 117,943 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2006 117,943 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

All four tyres are very near legal limit,slight crack in exhaust front pipe.

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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M184 WBW is a 1995 BMW 518 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1995 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 124,102 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 M184 WBW, 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 31 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 M184 WBW registered?

M184 WBW is a 1995 BMW 518, first registered on 9 March 1995.

Is M184 WBW safe to buy?

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