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J442 MCV

1991 BMW M5

Red Petrol 3535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,340 mi
Last recorded157,340 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2007
Typical for 1991 BMW M5141,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ442 MCV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,535cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Jun 2007 157,340 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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J442 MCV is a 1991 BMW M5 in Red with a 3,535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J442 MCV, 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.

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What year was J442 MCV registered?

J442 MCV is a 1991 BMW M5, first registered on 1 January 1991.

Is J442 MCV safe to buy?

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