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M575 EFG

1995 BMW 518

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,830 mi
Last recorded111,830 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2010
Typical for 1995 BMW 518124,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM575 EFG
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2010 111,830 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 108,617 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 106,097 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 106,097 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 101,956 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 98,246 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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M575 EFG is a 1995 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 M575 EFG, 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 M575 EFG?

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What year was M575 EFG registered?

M575 EFG is a 1995 BMW 518, first registered on 12 April 1995.

Is M575 EFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M575 EFG shows 6 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.

Does M575 EFG have outstanding finance?

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