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L502 XLO

1994 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

151,296 mi
Last recorded151,296 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2021
Typical for 1994 BMW M5127,235 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL502 XLO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2021 151,296 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 151,080 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 151,073 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30cms of rear radius arm mounting point. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2016 151,023 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 150,022 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 149,076 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 147,404 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 146,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 143,139 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2010
Pass 10 Nov 2009 138,962 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2008 137,352 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 134,060 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 134,042 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

fuel pipes corroded

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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L502 XLO is a 1994 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1994 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 127,235 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 L502 XLO, 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 32 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 L502 XLO registered?

L502 XLO is a 1994 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L502 XLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L502 XLO shows 14 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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