1991 BMW M5 3.5L Petrol · J378 SRX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, having maintained a clean passing record over the last several years. The most recent inspection conducted in April 2024 at 164,464 miles returned no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety standards. This follows consecutive clean results in 2022 and 2021, suggesting a consistent level of mechanical upkeep regarding the primary testing items. The mileage data reveals exceptionally low usage for a vehicle of 35 years age, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. Between December 2022 and April 2024, the car covered only 22 miles, and between April 2021 and December 2022 it covered 22 miles. While this low mileage reduces overall wear on the drivetrain and engine, such long periods of inactivity often lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished fluid seals, and internal corrosion that are not fully captured by a standard MOT test. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on structural integrity and suspension components, as the record shows very little long-term use. The 2019 test flagged a worn offside rear tyre near the legal limit, which indicates occasional minor neglect or an alignment issue at that time. Given the vehicle's age and stationary nature, it is vital to check for corrosion on the sills and floor pans, as well as to inspect suspension bushes and bushings for cracking. The brake system should also be examined for binding calipers or seized pistons, which frequently occur on cars that sit for extended periods.