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S118 LBK

1999 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

144,006 mi
Last recorded144,006 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2007
Typical for 1999 BMW 5 Series121,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS118 LBK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2007 144,006 miles

slight damage to off side front

Pass 6 Jan 2006 138,452 miles

Grinding from nearside rear road wheel.

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nail in tyre

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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S118 LBK is a 1999 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 121,931 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S118 LBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S118 LBK?

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What year was S118 LBK registered?

S118 LBK is a 1999 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S118 LBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for S118 LBK 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 S118 LBK have outstanding finance?

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