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D151 VBL

1986 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,531 mi
Last recorded30,531 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1986 BMW M5130,505 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD151 VBL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1986
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 30,531 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 30,489 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 30,426 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 30,383 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 30,330 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 30,274 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 30,230 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 30,186 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 30,142 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 30,048 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 29,957 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 29,956 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 29,834 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 29,680 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 29,497 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 29,254 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 28,456 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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D151 VBL is a 1986 BMW M5 in Grey with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 130,505 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D151 VBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 40 years old, this BMW M5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D151 VBL?

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What year was D151 VBL registered?

D151 VBL is a 1986 BMW M5, first registered on 15 August 1986.

Is D151 VBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D151 VBL shows 17 tests 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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