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N236 THO

1995 BMW M5

Red Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

178,284 mi
Last recorded178,284 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW M5123,768 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN236 THO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 178,284 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 175,250 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2023 173,591 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 168,584 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 165,075 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 161,637 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 158,092 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 156,455 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 154,071 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 150,189 miles

slight noise on o/s front wheel bearing

Fail 29 Mar 2007 150,176 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

slight noise on o/s front wheel bearing

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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N236 THO is a 1995 BMW M5 in Red with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 N236 THO, 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 N236 THO?

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What year was N236 THO registered?

N236 THO is a 1995 BMW M5, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N236 THO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N236 THO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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