MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
102,209 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
vehicle overheated
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
vehicle overheated
How Reliable is the BMW 520?
Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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N518 UAW is a 1996 BMW 520 in Purple with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1996 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 126,144 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N518 UAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this BMW 520 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of N518 UAW?
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What year was N518 UAW registered?
N518 UAW is a 1996 BMW 520, first registered on 23 February 1996.
Is N518 UAW safe to buy?
The MOT history for N518 UAW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does N518 UAW have outstanding finance?
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