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A1 HDF

1999 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

59,732 mi
Last recorded59,732 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW 5 Series121,931 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA1 HDF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 59,732 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Sep 2025 59,728 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 58,947 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 57,935 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 56,976 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 56,976 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 56,523 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 56,184 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 54,898 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 53,534 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 51,922 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 50,844 miles

Offside Rear Handbrake is slightly weaker may require adjustment

Pass 11 Jun 2015 50,014 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 49,076 miles

front anti roll bar link gaiters perished cracked

indicator operation modified but works

Pass 20 Jun 2013 48,164 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 47,654 miles

stone chip on windscreen

Pass 3 Jun 2011 47,166 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 46,095 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 44,330 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 42,915 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 40,988 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 38,795 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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A1 HDF is a 1999 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 121,931 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A1 HDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 27 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A1 HDF?

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What year was A1 HDF registered?

A1 HDF is a 1999 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 3 February 1999.

Is A1 HDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A1 HDF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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