MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
154,858 miAbove average mileage for this year
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slight play in steering rack
How Reliable is the BMW 518?
Based on 62,660 MOT tests across 8,904 vehicles.
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P524 DBW is a 1997 BMW 518 in White with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1997 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 123,848 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 P524 DBW, 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 29 years old, this BMW 518 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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How do I check the history of P524 DBW?
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What year was P524 DBW registered?
P524 DBW is a 1997 BMW 518, first registered on 8 May 1997.
Is P524 DBW safe to buy?
The MOT history for P524 DBW shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P524 DBW have outstanding finance?
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