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TRD 786Y

1982 BMW 518

Silver Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2022
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

163,845 mi
Last recorded163,845 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRD 786Y
MakeBMW
Model518
Year1982
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2021 163,845 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2021 163,845 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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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TRD 786Y is a 1982 BMW 518 in Silver with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 TRD 786Y, 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 44 years old, this BMW 518 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TRD 786Y registered?

TRD 786Y is a 1982 BMW 518, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is TRD 786Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRD 786Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRD 786Y have outstanding finance?

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