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K817 YJM

1992 BMW M5

Purple Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,030 mi
Last recorded105,030 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2012
Typical for 1992 BMW M5147,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK817 YJM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1992
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Aug 2012 105,030 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 104,980 miles

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

n/s/r tyre sidewall perishing

Pass 30 Dec 2009 104,740 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 103,570 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 102,330 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 100,916 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 99,404 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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K817 YJM is a 1992 BMW M5 in Purple with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 147,596 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 K817 YJM, 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 34 years old, this BMW M5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K817 YJM registered?

K817 YJM is a 1992 BMW M5, first registered on 6 October 1992.

Is K817 YJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K817 YJM shows 7 tests 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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