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M511 GVL

1995 BMW 518

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

114,595 mi
Last recorded114,595 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2021
Typical for 1995 BMW 518124,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM511 GVL
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2021 114,595 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 2 Jan 2020 114,592 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 113,979 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2017 109,861 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 108,979 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 102,924 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 102,891 miles

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

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 98,674 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 95,745 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

handbrake efficiency near limit

Pass 18 Nov 2011 91,638 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 91,638 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 89,785 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 85,653 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2009 82,367 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 76,674 miles

OFFSIDE WIPER DETERIORATED

Pass 11 Aug 2006 72,661 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 72,661 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 3 Aug 2005 68,722 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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M511 GVL is a 1995 BMW 518 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M511 GVL, 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

How do I check the history of M511 GVL?

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What year was M511 GVL registered?

M511 GVL is a 1995 BMW 518, first registered on 28 April 1995.

Is M511 GVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M511 GVL shows 18 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.

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