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FP18 NFR

2018 BMW 520

White Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,836 mi
Last recorded41,836 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 BMW 52045,387 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP18 NFR
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 41,836 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 33,087 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 28,198 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 21,959 miles

under side has covers fitted.

Pass 15 Mar 2022 16,533 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 13,816 miles

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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FP18 NFR is a 2018 BMW 520 in White 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 FP18 NFR, 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

How do I check the history of FP18 NFR?

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What year was FP18 NFR registered?

FP18 NFR is a 2018 BMW 520, first registered on 17 April 2018.

Is FP18 NFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP18 NFR 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.

Does FP18 NFR have outstanding finance?

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