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G938 XTC

1990 BMW M5

Black Petrol 3535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

215,018 mi
Last recorded215,018 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2009
Typical for 1990 BMW M5141,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG938 XTC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,535cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2009 215,018 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 May 2008 213,994 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering box damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 19 May 2008 213,982 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Mar 2007 209,160 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 209,160 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

front and rear number plates seperating.

front wiper blades juddering on windscreen.

offside rear shockabsorber leaking.

play in various front suspension and steering joints.

slight blow on nearside catalyst.

slight corrosion to brake pipes.

steering box pre-load requires adjustment.

various dents and small damage to body and trims.

Fail 3 Oct 2006 209,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 201,290 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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G938 XTC is a 1990 BMW M5 in Black with a 3,535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1990 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 141,789 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 G938 XTC, 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 36 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 G938 XTC registered?

G938 XTC is a 1990 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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The MOT history for G938 XTC shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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