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J420 LPX

1992 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,919 mi
Last recorded92,919 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2017
Typical for 1992 BMW M5147,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ420 LPX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2017 92,919 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 92,846 miles

oil leak

Pass 16 Feb 2015 92,827 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 92,814 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 92,682 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 92,622 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 May 2011 92,507 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 92,459 miles

fuel pipes rusty

Fail 22 Apr 2010 92,459 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 27 Apr 2009 92,120 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 90,944 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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J420 LPX is a 1992 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J420 LPX, 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

How do I check the history of J420 LPX?

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What year was J420 LPX registered?

J420 LPX is a 1992 BMW M5, first registered on 4 June 1992.

Is J420 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J420 LPX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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