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R335 YTF

1998 BMW 518

Blue Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

123,000 mi
Last recorded123,000 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2011
Typical for 1998 BMW 518131,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR335 YTF
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2011 123,000 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 186,836 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R335 YTF is a 1998 BMW 518 in Blue with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 131,036 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 R335 YTF, 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 28 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 R335 YTF?

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What year was R335 YTF registered?

R335 YTF is a 1998 BMW 518, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R335 YTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R335 YTF shows 2 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 R335 YTF have outstanding finance?

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