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41,842 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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X196 YWL is a 2001 BMW 540 in Gold with a 4,039cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 2001 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 106,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X196 YWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 540 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was X196 YWL registered?
X196 YWL is a 2001 BMW 540, first registered on 13 January 2001.
Is X196 YWL safe to buy?
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