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M923 HPB

1994 BMW 518

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

132,500 mi
Last recorded132,500 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2018
Typical for 1994 BMW 518132,368 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM923 HPB
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2018 132,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear tyres has cracking on tread depth

fuel pipes corroded

play in steering inner joint`s

Fail 20 Apr 2018 132,498 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Rear tyres has cracking on tread depth

fuel pipes corroded

play in steering inner joint`s

Pass 14 Mar 2017 128,538 miles

discs allround scored

fuel lines corroded

tyres allround tread getting low

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear sight imbalance on handbrake

Fail 14 Mar 2017 128,529 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play steering bush has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear sight imbalance on handbrake

discs allround scored

fuel lines corroded

tyres allround tread getting low

Fail 8 Jun 2015 126,194 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

centre exhaust mounting bracket broken

fuel flap cover missing

internal rear view mirror missing

power steering pipe slight seapage

Pass 8 Jun 2015 126,194 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

centre exhaust mounting bracket broken

fuel flap cover missing

internal rear view mirror missing

power steering pipe slight seapage

Pass 17 Jun 2014 122,454 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 122,453 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight play in steering rack

Pass 21 Jun 2013 119,939 miles

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

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

brake fluid level low

centre exhaust rubber mounting in poor condition

Pass 11 Jun 2012 116,351 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2011 110,931 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 105,001 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 100,811 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

brake pipes pitted

catalytic convertor heat shield loose

fuel lines rusty

rear tyres low on tread and worn on inner edges

Pass 23 May 2008 99,927 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 99,927 miles

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

brake fluid level on minimum

brake pipes pitted

rear tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 20 Apr 2007 98,872 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 98,872 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

auxilary drive belt cracked

metal brake pipes pitted

metal fuel lines rusty

rear tyres getting lowish

Pass 3 May 2006 96,252 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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M923 HPB is a 1994 BMW 518 in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 132,368 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 M923 HPB, 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 32 years old, this BMW 518 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M923 HPB registered?

M923 HPB is a 1994 BMW 518, first registered on 30 September 1994.

Is M923 HPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M923 HPB shows 18 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.

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