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M218 SWR

1994 BMW 518

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

160,806 mi
Last recorded160,806 miles
Recorded on6 May 2008
Typical for 1994 BMW 518132,368 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM218 SWR
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 6 May 2008 160,806 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 149,235 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 138,728 miles

n/s front tyre worn outer edge

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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M218 SWR is a 1994 BMW 518 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M218 SWR, 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

How do I check the history of M218 SWR?

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What year was M218 SWR registered?

M218 SWR is a 1994 BMW 518, first registered on 17 August 1994.

Is M218 SWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M218 SWR shows 3 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 M218 SWR have outstanding finance?

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