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S344 MFC

1998 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,630 mi
Last recorded72,630 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2013
Typical for 1998 BMW M597,144 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS344 MFC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2013 72,630 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 65,532 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 85,430 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 93,938 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2008 93,938 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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S344 MFC is a 1998 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 97,144 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S344 MFC, 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 28 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 S344 MFC?

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What year was S344 MFC registered?

S344 MFC is a 1998 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S344 MFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S344 MFC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S344 MFC have outstanding finance?

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