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J138 MLF

1992 BMW 5 Series

Green Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,715 mi
Last recorded55,715 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2006
Typical for 1992 BMW 5 Series145,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ138 MLF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 8 Mar 2006 55,715 miles

Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened (3.5.1e)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 16 Jun 2005 54,303 miles

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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J138 MLF is a 1992 BMW 5 Series in Green with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 145,288 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 J138 MLF, 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 34 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 J138 MLF?

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What year was J138 MLF registered?

J138 MLF is a 1992 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 20 January 1992.

Is J138 MLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for J138 MLF shows 2 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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