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G5 PLG

1998 BMW 750

Black Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

45,845 mi
Last recorded45,845 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 750112,542 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 PLG
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 45,845 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 45,782 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens deteriated (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Apr 2022 45,782 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged lens deteriated (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2021 45,734 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 45,557 miles

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Fail 21 Nov 2019 45,557 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

all brake discs have surface corrosion

Pass 26 Nov 2018 45,358 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 44,932 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 43,076 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 41,661 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 40,404 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 39,978 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 39,978 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 38,816 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 37,904 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 36,617 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2009 36,617 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 36,152 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Dec 2007 34,220 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Dec 2007 34,211 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2007 32,355 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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G5 PLG is a 1998 BMW 750 in Black with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1998 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 112,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G5 PLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G5 PLG registered?

G5 PLG is a 1998 BMW 750, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is G5 PLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 PLG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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