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H98 JAF

1991 BMW M5

Red Petrol 3535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,000 mi
Last recorded122,000 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2020
Typical for 1991 BMW M5141,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH98 JAF
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2020 122,000 miles

Nearside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 8 Nov 2018 121,531 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 120,276 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 119,207 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 117,825 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 104,629 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 104,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 104,004 miles

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

Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

service advised

Fail 10 Jun 2009 104,004 miles

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

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

Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

service advised

Pass 14 Dec 2007 103,829 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Plastic Sill Covers Fitted /Outer Sills Not Inspected

Slight Deteriation On Front No Plate

Fail 8 Aug 2007 103,785 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 101,683 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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H98 JAF is a 1991 BMW M5 in Red with a 3,535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.4% with a typical mileage of 141,666 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 H98 JAF, 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 35 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 H98 JAF registered?

H98 JAF is a 1991 BMW M5, first registered on 31 January 1991.

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