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MJ12 GOP

2012 BMW 518

Black Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,626 mi
Last recorded68,626 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ12 GOP
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 68,626 miles

Front both front tyres worn outer edge

Fail 20 Apr 2016 68,626 miles

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

Front both front tyres worn outer edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 50,837 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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MJ12 GOP is a 2012 BMW 518 in Black with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MJ12 GOP, 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 14 years old, this BMW 518 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was MJ12 GOP registered?

MJ12 GOP is a 2012 BMW 518, first registered on 3 May 2012.

Is MJ12 GOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ12 GOP 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.

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