MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
207,022 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Fuel pipe/s corroded
rear tyres worn to 3mm
slight play in steering offside and nearside
stonechip in windscreen
vehicle overheated whilst on ramp loosing coolant
How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?
Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P239 ECY is a 1997 BMW 5 Series in Blue with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1997 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 125,693 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 P239 ECY, 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 29 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 P239 ECY?
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What year was P239 ECY registered?
P239 ECY is a 1997 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 18 June 1997.
Is P239 ECY safe to buy?
The MOT history for P239 ECY shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P239 ECY have outstanding finance?
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