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W118 JBE

2000 BMW 5 Series

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

193,286 mi
Last recorded193,286 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2012
Typical for 2000 BMW 5 Series116,476 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW118 JBE
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2012 193,286 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

front registration plate craced

Pass 17 Aug 2011 181,949 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 176,588 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front to rear fuel lines rusty

Pass 20 Apr 2009
Fail 19 Apr 2009

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

Pass 12 Apr 2008 163,078 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

fluid leak n/s/f

Fail 17 Apr 2007 149,031 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 149,031 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 24 Apr 2006 135,181 miles

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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W118 JBE is a 2000 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 116,476 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 W118 JBE, 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 26 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W118 JBE registered?

W118 JBE is a 2000 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 March 2000.

Is W118 JBE safe to buy?

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