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K238 XUD

1993 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

159,652 mi
Last recorded159,652 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2007
Typical for 1993 BMW 5 Series135,075 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK238 XUD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2007 159,652 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 155,398 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 155,398 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit attachment damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.F.1c)

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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K238 XUD is a 1993 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 135,075 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 K238 XUD, 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 33 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K238 XUD?

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What year was K238 XUD registered?

K238 XUD is a 1993 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 5 February 1993.

Is K238 XUD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K238 XUD shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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