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850 DDF

1994 BMW 850

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

143,792 mi
Last recorded143,792 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
Typical for 1994 BMW 85092,402 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration850 DDF
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2011 143,792 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 143,772 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 141,826 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 139,500 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 136,270 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 136,270 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2007 128,900 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 850?

Based on 7,572 MOT tests across 753 vehicles.

75.1%
Pass Rate
782
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
753
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 253
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 219
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 216
Headlamp aim too low 214
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 198
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850 DDF is a 1994 BMW 850 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1994 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 92,402 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 850 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 253 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 850 DDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 850 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 32 years old, this BMW 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 850 DDF?

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What year was 850 DDF registered?

850 DDF is a 1994 BMW 850, first registered on 13 January 1994.

Is 850 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 850 DDF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 850 DDF have outstanding finance?

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