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M524 KTG

1995 BMW 518

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

171,124 mi
Last recorded171,124 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2010
Typical for 1995 BMW 518124,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM524 KTG
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2010 171,124 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 166,003 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 161,352 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 152,204 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 143,703 miles

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

both front tyres geting low

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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M524 KTG is a 1995 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M524 KTG, 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 M524 KTG?

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What year was M524 KTG registered?

M524 KTG is a 1995 BMW 518, first registered on 5 May 1995.

Is M524 KTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M524 KTG shows 5 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 M524 KTG have outstanding finance?

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