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E917 NCR

1987 BMW M5

White Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

193,024 mi
Last recorded193,024 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1987 BMW M5132,364 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE917 NCR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 193,024 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 192,022 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 191,217 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 188,979 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 188,979 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 188,527 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 187,097 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

advise slight corrosion around o/s/r subfram mounts

antirollbar drop link dust cover split

Pass 8 Jul 2006 185,309 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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E917 NCR is a 1987 BMW M5 in White with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 E917 NCR, 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 E917 NCR registered?

E917 NCR is a 1987 BMW M5, first registered on 17 September 1987.

Is E917 NCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E917 NCR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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