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B17 AGE

1992 BMW 850

White Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

136,396 mi
Last recorded136,396 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 1992 BMW 850106,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB17 AGE
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 136,396 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 136,396 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 131,208 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 129,278 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 125,660 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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B17 AGE is a 1992 BMW 850 in White with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 B17 AGE, 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 B17 AGE?

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What year was B17 AGE registered?

B17 AGE is a 1992 BMW 850, first registered on 1 May 1992.

Is B17 AGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B17 AGE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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