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C824 NHR

1985 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

62,926 mi
Last recorded62,926 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2023
Typical for 1985 BMW 5 Series122,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC824 NHR
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2023 62,926 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 62,783 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 62,677 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 61,923 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 60,952 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 60,952 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 60,819 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 60,218 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 59,837 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 59,833 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 59,091 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 58,730 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 56,960 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 56,160 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 55,380 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 54,239 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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C824 NHR is a 1985 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 C824 NHR, 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 C824 NHR?

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What year was C824 NHR registered?

C824 NHR is a 1985 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C824 NHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C824 NHR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C824 NHR have outstanding finance?

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