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L776 GJH

1993 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

176,972 mi
Last recorded176,972 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1993 BMW M5138,662 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL776 GJH
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 176,972 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 176,853 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 176,790 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody covered in underseal

Fail 26 Mar 2024 176,790 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 3 Apr 2023 176,440 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2023 176,439 miles

Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 175,797 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 14 Mar 2015 175,250 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 175,211 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 174,476 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 173,788 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 173,389 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 173,134 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2008 172,211 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2007 171,331 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 169,633 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 165,969 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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L776 GJH is a 1993 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 L776 GJH, 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 L776 GJH?

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What year was L776 GJH registered?

L776 GJH is a 1993 BMW M5, first registered on 8 October 1993.

Is L776 GJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L776 GJH shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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