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M5 YYH

1998 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

123,435 mi
Last recorded123,435 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 1998 BMW M597,144 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 YYH
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 123,435 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 121,979 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 121,275 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 117,381 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 27 Sep 2014 103,472 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 100,603 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 99,542 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2012 99,542 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 97,228 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 94,520 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 91,993 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 86,986 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 79,483 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 74,747 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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M5 YYH is a 1998 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 97,144 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 M5 YYH, 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 28 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 M5 YYH?

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What year was M5 YYH registered?

M5 YYH is a 1998 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M5 YYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 YYH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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