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F370 GNW

1989 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3453cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,271 mi
Last recorded133,271 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 BMW M5194,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF370 GNW
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,453cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 133,271 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 132,044 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 May 2023 130,910 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 129,567 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 126,508 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 125,220 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 122,579 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 122,459 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 122,385 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 121,561 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 121,423 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 121,235 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 120,905 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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F370 GNW is a 1989 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,453cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 194,554 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 F370 GNW, 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 37 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 F370 GNW registered?

F370 GNW is a 1989 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F370 GNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F370 GNW shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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