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B43 XPX

1985 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,021 mi
Last recorded89,021 miles
Recorded on15 May 2008
Typical for 1985 BMW 5 Series122,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB43 XPX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 15 May 2008 89,021 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 89,014 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 89,008 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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B43 XPX is a 1985 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 122,432 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 B43 XPX, 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 41 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 B43 XPX?

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What year was B43 XPX registered?

B43 XPX is a 1985 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 21 May 1985.

Is B43 XPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for B43 XPX 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 B43 XPX have outstanding finance?

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