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T156 EGX

1999 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT156 EGX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016
Pass 28 Aug 2015

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged fuel pipe showing signs of corrosion (7.2.2)

Fail 19 Aug 2015

Offside Front Brake pipe modified and seriously weakened corrosion (3.6.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly damaged fuel pipe showing signs of corrosion (7.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2014

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both front shocks weak

Pass 20 Aug 2013

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

Fail 12 Aug 2013

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

both front brake discs severley corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2011 91,603 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2011 91,603 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 92,402 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 92,402 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 81,419 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 81,419 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 73,320 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 55,831 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 41,393 miles

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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T156 EGX is a 1999 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,932 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 T156 EGX, 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 27 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T156 EGX registered?

T156 EGX is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 14 July 1999.

Is T156 EGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T156 EGX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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