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E405 CVX

1987 BMW M5

Black Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

48,531 mi
Last recorded48,531 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2007
Typical for 1987 BMW M5132,364 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE405 CVX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2007 48,531 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 48,512 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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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E405 CVX is a 1987 BMW M5 in Black with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 E405 CVX, 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 E405 CVX?

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What year was E405 CVX registered?

E405 CVX is a 1987 BMW M5, first registered on 9 November 1987.

Is E405 CVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E405 CVX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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