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K123 KWY

1992 BMW M5

Black Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

126,635 mi
Last recorded126,635 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2021
Typical for 1992 BMW M5147,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK123 KWY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2021 126,635 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 May 2019 124,354 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 123,270 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both outer sills covered

Fail 25 Apr 2018 123,270 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release reciever (5.2.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both outer sills covered

Pass 1 Aug 2016 119,600 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm, rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm, rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 114,780 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 Jul 2015 114,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 114,779 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 112,472 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 111,217 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 111,102 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 109,746 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 109,729 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

petrol tank shows signs off past leak not leaking at time of test and no petrol smell

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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K123 KWY is a 1992 BMW M5 in Black with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 K123 KWY, 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 K123 KWY registered?

K123 KWY is a 1992 BMW M5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K123 KWY safe to buy?

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