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H9 SNT

1997 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,589 mi
Last recorded123,589 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 BMW 5 Series125,693 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH9 SNT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 123,589 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 120,925 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 120,925 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 118,604 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 115,520 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 115,520 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 111,585 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 107,348 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 103,724 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 103,677 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)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 99,728 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2009 99,646 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 96,211 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 91,053 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2006 83,658 miles

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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H9 SNT is a 1997 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 125,693 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 H9 SNT, 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 29 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H9 SNT registered?

H9 SNT is a 1997 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is H9 SNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for H9 SNT shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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