1987 BMW 518 1.8L Petrol · D642 GHT
1987 BMW 518 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 20 Jan 1987. Recorded mileage 128,791 miles. MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 518
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 128,791 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D642 GHT Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/09/2026
- 128,791 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D642 GHT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 BMW 518 (D642 GHT) between February 2024 and September 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
D642 GHT Mileage History
- 09/02/2024128,791 mi
- 09/02/2024128,791 mi
- 14/09/2026128,791 mi
- 14/09/2026128,791 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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