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KBZ 6843

1997 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

152,883 mi
Last recorded152,883 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW 5 Series125,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBZ 6843
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2012 152,883 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 146,782 miles

ALL tyres perished on outside side wall, no cords showing

CAT noisey and emissions high but passed test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Spare tyre defective

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Fail 18 Oct 2011 146,782 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

ALL tyres perished on outside side wall, no cords showing

CAT noisey and emissions high but passed test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Spare tyre defective

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 16 Sep 2009 137,662 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Oil leak

airbag light on.

Pass 1 Sep 2008 130,356 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 123,866 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 116,944 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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KBZ 6843 is a 1997 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KBZ 6843, 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

How do I check the history of KBZ 6843?

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What year was KBZ 6843 registered?

KBZ 6843 is a 1997 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is KBZ 6843 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBZ 6843 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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