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K54 BOL

1993 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

147,582 mi
Last recorded147,582 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2014
Typical for 1993 BMW M5138,662 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK54 BOL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2014 147,582 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 145,078 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 143,601 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 143,027 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 140,825 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 140,043 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 139,932 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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K54 BOL is a 1993 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 138,662 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 K54 BOL, 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 33 years old, this BMW M5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K54 BOL?

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What year was K54 BOL registered?

K54 BOL is a 1993 BMW M5, first registered on 12 February 1993.

Is K54 BOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K54 BOL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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