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F284 LKN

1988 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

149,732 mi
Last recorded149,732 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2005
Typical for 1988 BMW M5140,471 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF284 LKN
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2005 149,732 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 149,698 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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F284 LKN is a 1988 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 140,471 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 F284 LKN, 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 38 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 F284 LKN registered?

F284 LKN is a 1988 BMW M5, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F284 LKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F284 LKN shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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