MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
176,977 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
Emissions not tested (7.0)
Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
both rear tyres low on tread
n/s/r tyre worn out on inner edge
How Reliable is the BMW 518?
Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.
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M518 VVS is a 1995 BMW 518 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 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 M518 VVS, 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.
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How do I check the history of M518 VVS?
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What year was M518 VVS registered?
M518 VVS is a 1995 BMW 518, first registered on 5 May 1995.
Is M518 VVS safe to buy?
The MOT history for M518 VVS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does M518 VVS have outstanding finance?
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