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A6 OSK

1989 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

147,284 mi
Last recorded147,284 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2008
Typical for 1989 BMW 5 Series144,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 OSK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 24 Jun 2008 147,284 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 144,895 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 141,925 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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A6 OSK is a 1989 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 144,205 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 A6 OSK, 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 37 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A6 OSK?

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What year was A6 OSK registered?

A6 OSK is a 1989 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 29 August 1989.

Is A6 OSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 OSK shows 3 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 A6 OSK have outstanding finance?

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