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E151 OAD

1987 BMW M5

Black Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,759 mi
Last recorded77,759 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2011
Typical for 1987 BMW M5132,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE151 OAD
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2011 77,759 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 76,438 miles

Slight play in n/s drop arm bush

Fail 29 Mar 2009 75,006 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2009 75,006 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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E151 OAD is a 1987 BMW M5 in Black with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 132,364 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E151 OAD, 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 39 years old, this BMW M5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E151 OAD registered?

E151 OAD is a 1987 BMW M5, first registered on 17 August 1987.

Is E151 OAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E151 OAD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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