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H120 BNJ

1991 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

134,707 mi
Last recorded134,707 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2010
Typical for 1991 BMW 5 Series144,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH120 BNJ
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2010 134,707 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 130,645 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 130,645 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Jul 2008 127,039 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 122,695 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 119,135 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 118,812 miles

Offside brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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H120 BNJ is a 1991 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.7% with a typical mileage of 144,780 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H120 BNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H120 BNJ?

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What year was H120 BNJ registered?

H120 BNJ is a 1991 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 February 1991.

Is H120 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H120 BNJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H120 BNJ have outstanding finance?

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