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A2 VMH

1992 BMW 850

White Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

117,222 mi
Last recorded117,222 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 1992 BMW 850106,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 VMH
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 117,222 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 117,154 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 117,008 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 116,921 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 116,587 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 116,415 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 116,280 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 115,779 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

all tyres about half worn

Pass 20 Jul 2012 115,271 miles

all tyres about half worn

slight play in offside drag link ball joint

slight play in offside rear top suspension bearing

Pass 23 Jul 2011 114,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2009 107,412 miles

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

Fail 9 Nov 2009 107,387 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 91,174 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2007 86,308 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 82,094 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2006 76,543 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

fuel pipes corroded

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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A2 VMH is a 1992 BMW 850 in White with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1992 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 106,832 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A2 VMH, 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 34 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 A2 VMH?

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What year was A2 VMH registered?

A2 VMH is a 1992 BMW 850, first registered on 19 May 1992.

Is A2 VMH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 VMH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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