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L580 YCV

1993 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

241,922 mi
Last recorded241,922 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2010
Typical for 1993 BMW M5138,662 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL580 YCV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2010 241,922 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

body sensor ball joint worn and unused pipes still in place

Pass 29 Oct 2009 235,810 miles

Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

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

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2009 235,808 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 232,653 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 226,476 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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L580 YCV is a 1993 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 L580 YCV, 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

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What year was L580 YCV registered?

L580 YCV is a 1993 BMW M5, first registered on 19 October 1993.

Is L580 YCV safe to buy?

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