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J278 YHO

1992 BMW M5

White Petrol 3535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

133,229 mi
Last recorded133,229 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2005
Typical for 1992 BMW M5147,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ278 YHO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,535cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2005 133,229 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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J278 YHO is a 1992 BMW M5 in White with a 3,535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 147,596 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 J278 YHO, 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 34 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 J278 YHO registered?

J278 YHO is a 1992 BMW M5, first registered on 15 April 1992.

Is J278 YHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J278 YHO 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.

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