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J158 NLM

1992 BMW 5 Series

Black Petrol 3430cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,543 mi
Last recorded104,543 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2007
Typical for 1992 BMW 5 Series145,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ158 NLM
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,430cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2007 104,543 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

tie wrap is helping support center section of exhaust

Pass 17 Feb 2006 93,702 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 93,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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J158 NLM is a 1992 BMW 5 Series in Black with a 3,430cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J158 NLM, 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 J158 NLM?

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What year was J158 NLM registered?

J158 NLM is a 1992 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 8 June 1992.

Is J158 NLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J158 NLM shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J158 NLM have outstanding finance?

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