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R347 URX

1998 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 BMW 5 Series122,000 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR347 URX
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026
Pass 17 Jul 2025
Pass 17 Jul 2024
Pass 25 Apr 2023
Pass 26 Apr 2022

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 145,553 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 164,157 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 163,116 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 160,133 miles

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 Feb 2017 157,518 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 154,119 miles

corrosion to all four brake discs, due to lack of use

n/s/f seat belt slow to return

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 8 Feb 2016 154,119 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Upper Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

corrosion to all four brake discs, due to lack of use

n/s/f seat belt slow to return

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2014 153,220 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2014 153,220 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 151,181 miles

Corrosion to rear brake discs

Fail 15 Oct 2013 151,181 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 9 Nov 2012 150,190 miles

Air bag light on

Rear brake pads worn & corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 4 Nov 2011 149,302 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 149,301 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 148,122 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 146,577 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 140,245 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 130,923 miles
Pass 3 May 2005 120,456 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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R347 URX is a 1998 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R347 URX, 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 R347 URX?

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What year was R347 URX registered?

R347 URX is a 1998 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 19 February 1998.

Is R347 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R347 URX shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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