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M7 CYD

1998 BMW 5 Series

Blue Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

149,226 mi
Last recorded149,226 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW 5 Series122,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 CYD
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 149,226 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 147,636 miles

Nearside Parking brake lagging in operation

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 146,829 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 143,189 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Oct 2022 143,188 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to brake fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Oct 2021 138,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Aug 2020 138,003 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 134,280 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 129,464 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 127,650 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 125,900 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 123,854 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 121,836 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 117,448 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 112,182 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 109,479 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 106,001 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 100,893 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 97,420 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 94,622 miles

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

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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M7 CYD is a 1998 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 122,000 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M7 CYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M7 CYD?

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What year was M7 CYD registered?

M7 CYD is a 1998 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is M7 CYD safe to buy?

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