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M538 VYA

1995 BMW 518

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,517 mi
Last recorded68,517 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2012
Typical for 1995 BMW 518124,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM538 VYA
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2012 68,517 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 68,510 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 68,470 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 68,410 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 68,176 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 68,151 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 67,717 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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M538 VYA is a 1995 BMW 518 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 M538 VYA, 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 M538 VYA?

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What year was M538 VYA registered?

M538 VYA is a 1995 BMW 518, first registered on 10 March 1995.

Is M538 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M538 VYA shows 7 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 M538 VYA have outstanding finance?

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