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D500 XAP

1987 BMW M5

Black Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,730 mi
Last recorded98,730 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 BMW M5132,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD500 XAP
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 98,730 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 98,730 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 98,354 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 97,622 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 97,575 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 97,509 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 97,457 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 97,381 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 97,180 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 95,804 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 95,328 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2009 95,323 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 94,634 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2008 94,634 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 93,901 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 92,531 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 91,452 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2005 91,452 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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D500 XAP is a 1987 BMW M5 in Black with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1987 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 132,364 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 D500 XAP, 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 39 years old, this BMW M5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D500 XAP registered?

D500 XAP is a 1987 BMW M5, first registered on 6 April 1987.

Is D500 XAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D500 XAP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D500 XAP have outstanding finance?

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