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N51 DFV

1995 BMW 518

Red Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,763 mi
Last recorded160,763 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2007
Typical for 1995 BMW 518124,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN51 DFV
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2007 160,763 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Rear 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

airbag light on

both front tyres wearing on edges

catalyst heatshield rattling

front to rear fuel pipes heavily corroded

n/s front seatbelt stalk cover missing

stonechip in windscreen

Fail 29 Jun 2006 149,251 miles

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

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

exhaust bracket heavily corroded

exhaust heavily corroded

rear brake disc heavily corroded

seat belt cover missing from nearside front seatbelt

Pass 29 Jun 2006 149,251 miles

exhaust bracket heavily corroded

exhaust heavily corroded

rear brake disc heavily corroded

seat belt cover missing from nearside front seatbelt

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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N51 DFV is a 1995 BMW 518 in Red with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N51 DFV, 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 N51 DFV?

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What year was N51 DFV registered?

N51 DFV is a 1995 BMW 518, first registered on 7 August 1995.

Is N51 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N51 DFV 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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