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MMK 887W

1980 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

123,190 mi
Last recorded123,190 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2019
Typical for 1980 BMW 5 Series102,734 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMK 887W
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2019 123,190 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front next to the head light has a hole caused by corrosion in a non prescribed area

Nearside Front upper wheel arch has corrosion not affecting the strength of the chassis

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Front wheel arch has a hole caused by corrosion not affecting the strength of the chassis, and some points of corrosion near the shock absorber

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering pump has slight leak

Spare wheel wheel has a hole caused by corrosion

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

car required bump starting to take off the ramp

Fail 28 Aug 2019 123,186 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front next to the head light has a hole caused by corrosion in a non prescribed area

Nearside Front upper wheel arch has corrosion not affecting the strength of the chassis

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Front wheel arch has a hole caused by corrosion not affecting the strength of the chassis, and some points of corrosion near the shock absorber

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering pump has slight leak

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Spare wheel wheel has a hole caused by corrosion

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone a (3.2 (a) (i))

car required bump starting to take off the ramp

Pass 29 Aug 2018 123,101 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 122,366 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 121,657 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 120,084 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 118,979 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 117,756 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 115,518 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 113,604 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 111,691 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 107,754 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 103,621 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 100,947 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 97,614 miles

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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MMK 887W is a 1980 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 102,734 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 MMK 887W, 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 46 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MMK 887W registered?

MMK 887W is a 1980 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 5 November 1980.

Is MMK 887W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMK 887W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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