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L938 KRJ

1994 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

101,663 mi
Last recorded101,663 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2021
Typical for 1994 BMW M5127,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL938 KRJ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2021 101,663 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Glass below wiper blade cracked. (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2020 100,144 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 98,729 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 96,325 miles

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 96,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 91,698 miles

Excessive engine oil leak on exhaust down pipe

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rust on brake pipes, petrol pipes and suspension pipes

Fail 17 Jul 2013 91,698 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Excessive engine oil leak on exhaust down pipe

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rust on brake pipes, petrol pipes and suspension pipes

Pass 26 Jun 2012 89,319 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 87,501 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 86,623 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 85,103 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 82,965 miles

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

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

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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L938 KRJ is a 1994 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L938 KRJ, 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 L938 KRJ registered?

L938 KRJ is a 1994 BMW M5, first registered on 14 February 1994.

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The MOT history for L938 KRJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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