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M242 AVW

1995 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,815 mi
Last recorded133,815 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 1995 BMW M5123,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM242 AVW
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 133,815 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 133,767 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 133,307 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 132,330 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 131,868 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 129,971 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 129,970 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Apr 2009 127,855 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 124,138 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2008 124,138 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2007 121,056 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 116,965 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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M242 AVW is a 1995 BMW M5 in Silver with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 123,768 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 M242 AVW, 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 31 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M242 AVW?

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What year was M242 AVW registered?

M242 AVW is a 1995 BMW M5, first registered on 10 March 1995.

Is M242 AVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M242 AVW 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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