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K50 SHW

1999 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,317 mi
Last recorded71,317 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2006
Typical for 1999 BMW 5 Series121,931 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK50 SHW
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2006 71,317 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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K50 SHW is a 1999 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 121,931 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 K50 SHW, 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 27 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K50 SHW?

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What year was K50 SHW registered?

K50 SHW is a 1999 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is K50 SHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K50 SHW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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