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M972 DWV

1995 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,730 mi
Last recorded133,730 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2011
Typical for 1995 BMW M5123,768 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM972 DWV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2011 133,730 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all suspension pipes showing signs of corrosion

head lamp patterns not 100% clear

rear number plate slightly deterated

Pass 19 Nov 2010 130,223 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

airbag light on

nearside wiperblade deteriorated

rear section of fuel pipes corroded

rear section of suspension pipes corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2009 126,352 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Nov 2008 123,226 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 119,346 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2006 112,693 miles

front to rear fuel,brake and suspension pipes corroded slightly.

slight blow from front exhaust section.

Pass 17 Oct 2005 105,521 miles

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

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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M972 DWV is a 1995 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M972 DWV, 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

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What year was M972 DWV registered?

M972 DWV is a 1995 BMW M5, first registered on 31 March 1995.

Is M972 DWV safe to buy?

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