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FD18 URK

2018 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,166 mi
Last recorded54,166 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 52045,387 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD18 URK
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 54,166 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 50,516 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 48,104 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 43,907 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 39,017 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 34,529 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads wearing low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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FD18 URK is a 2018 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 45,387 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FD18 URK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 8 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD18 URK registered?

FD18 URK is a 2018 BMW 520, first registered on 6 July 2018.

Is FD18 URK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD18 URK shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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