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P32 RHX

1996 BMW 518

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

142,893 mi
Last recorded142,893 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 1996 BMW 518126,076 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP32 RHX
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 142,893 miles
Pass 31 May 2021 138,082 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 134,832 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 132,197 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 129,243 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2018 129,217 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 125,260 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 121,106 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 121,106 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 117,374 miles

all brake and fuel lines undercoated

Pass 18 Jul 2014 113,839 miles

brake pipes undersealed

Pass 18 Jul 2013 109,985 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 109,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 105,712 miles

ADVISE O/SIDE FRONT JACKIN POINT SLIGHTLY RUSTED

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 102,066 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 4 Jul 2011 102,033 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 97,919 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 94,420 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 90,478 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 86,127 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 81,474 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 81,472 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2005 76,974 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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P32 RHX is a 1996 BMW 518 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1996 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 126,076 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 P32 RHX, 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 30 years old, this BMW 518 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P32 RHX registered?

P32 RHX is a 1996 BMW 518, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is P32 RHX safe to buy?

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