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HFK 524

1984 BMW 5 Series

Red Diesel 2426cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2015
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

326,047 mi
Last recorded326,047 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2014
Typical for 1984 BMW 5 Series121,275 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFK 524
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,426cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Oct 2014 326,047 miles

Offside Inner Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Oil leak

nearside front tyre wearing on inner & outer edges

offside front tyre wearing on inner & outer edges

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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HFK 524 is a 1984 BMW 5 Series in Red with a 2,426cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1984 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 121,275 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HFK 524, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 42 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HFK 524?

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What year was HFK 524 registered?

HFK 524 is a 1984 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 12 April 1984.

Is HFK 524 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFK 524 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HFK 524 have outstanding finance?

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