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C705 PRB

1986 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,240 mi
Last recorded117,240 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 1986 BMW 5 Series132,511 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC705 PRB
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 May 2016 117,240 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear parking brake only just met requirements 16%

fuel pipes slightly corroded

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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C705 PRB is a 1986 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 132,511 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 C705 PRB, 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 40 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C705 PRB registered?

C705 PRB is a 1986 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 26 April 1986.

Is C705 PRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C705 PRB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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