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A8 RUF

1994 BMW 850

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,884 mi
Last recorded90,884 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1994 BMW 85092,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 RUF
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 19 May 2022 90,884 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 89,752 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 89,349 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 89,236 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 89,231 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 89,223 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 88,861 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 87,795 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 87,198 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 85,114 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 77,667 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)

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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A8 RUF is a 1994 BMW 850 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 A8 RUF, 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 A8 RUF?

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What year was A8 RUF registered?

A8 RUF is a 1994 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is A8 RUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 RUF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A8 RUF have outstanding finance?

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