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JHZ 6052

1997 BMW 5 Series

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

179,219 mi
Last recorded179,219 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 1997 BMW 5 Series125,693 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJHZ 6052
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 179,219 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 179,213 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 4 Aug 2011 173,031 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front and both rear brake discs slightly worn/pitted/scored

both outer sils slightly corroded at rear

Pass 27 Jun 2010 158,356 miles

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

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2009 142,684 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 132,135 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 128,784 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 128,745 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 119,327 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

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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JHZ 6052 is a 1997 BMW 5 Series in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 JHZ 6052, 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 JHZ 6052 registered?

JHZ 6052 is a 1997 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is JHZ 6052 safe to buy?

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