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B5 OES

1994 BMW 850

Black Petrol 5576cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2018
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

122,205 mi
Last recorded122,205 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2017
Typical for 1994 BMW 85092,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 OES
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,576cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2017 122,205 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 122,205 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Sep 2014 121,205 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2014 121,205 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 117,824 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 117,824 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2008 116,290 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 115,003 miles

advise fuel pipes corroded

advise rear power steering pipes corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2007 114,986 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

advise rear power steering 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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B5 OES is a 1994 BMW 850 in Black with a 5,576cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 B5 OES, 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 B5 OES?

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What year was B5 OES registered?

B5 OES is a 1994 BMW 850, first registered on 11 January 1994.

Is B5 OES safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 OES shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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