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K597 HRP

1992 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 3795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,013 mi
Last recorded119,013 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 BMW M5147,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK597 HRP
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,795cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 119,013 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 116,291 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 116,281 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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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K597 HRP is a 1992 BMW M5 in Blue with a 3,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K597 HRP, 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 K597 HRP?

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What year was K597 HRP registered?

K597 HRP is a 1992 BMW M5, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K597 HRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K597 HRP 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 K597 HRP have outstanding finance?

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