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H24 XAM

1990 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,915 mi
Last recorded142,915 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2013
Typical for 1990 BMW M5141,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH24 XAM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,535cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2013 142,915 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2011 141,867 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 141,346 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 139,957 miles

Offside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 21 Nov 2007 138,030 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 21 Nov 2007 138,030 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 27 Oct 2006 137,717 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2005 133,178 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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H24 XAM is a 1990 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H24 XAM, 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 H24 XAM registered?

H24 XAM is a 1990 BMW M5, first registered on 2 August 1990.

Is H24 XAM safe to buy?

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