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X452 HBK

2000 BMW 518

Silver Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

143,279 mi
Last recorded143,279 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2000 BMW 51898,830 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX452 HBK
MakeBMW
Model518
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2017 143,279 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 137,781 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

sills corroded

Pass 3 Dec 2015 132,761 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

pads warning lamp on

Fail 2 Dec 2015 132,749 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

pads warning lamp on

Pass 17 Dec 2014 127,098 miles

dash lights indicating faults

Fail 16 Dec 2014 127,087 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

dash lights indicating faults

Pass 19 Dec 2013 120,753 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 120,753 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

pad light on dash

Pass 18 Dec 2012 114,771 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 107,239 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 98,188 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 98,188 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 91,335 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 85,530 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 76,569 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 66,214 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 46,092 miles

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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X452 HBK is a 2000 BMW 518 in Silver with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2000 BMW 518 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 98,830 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 X452 HBK, 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 26 years old, this BMW 518 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X452 HBK registered?

X452 HBK is a 2000 BMW 518, first registered on 25 September 2000.

Is X452 HBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for X452 HBK shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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