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E311 GLB

1987 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

128,610 mi
Last recorded128,610 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2014
Typical for 1987 BMW M5132,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE311 GLB
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1987
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2014 128,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all tyres starting to perish

Pass 19 Sep 2012 127,607 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 124,077 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 112,800 miles

slight corossion of rear anti roll bar brackets

slight corrossion of front sub frame

Fail 13 Aug 2010 112,768 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

slight corossion of rear anti roll bar brackets

slight corrossion of front sub frame

Pass 14 Mar 2009 111,955 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 111,386 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 109,470 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 109,470 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

MOT carried out in wet conditions †wheel covers fitted restricting view of wheel bolts

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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E311 GLB is a 1987 BMW M5 in Grey with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E311 GLB, 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

How do I check the history of E311 GLB?

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What year was E311 GLB registered?

E311 GLB is a 1987 BMW M5, first registered on 3 November 1987.

Is E311 GLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for E311 GLB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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