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D20 JMS

1992 BMW 850

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

195,563 mi
Last recorded195,563 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2007
Typical for 1992 BMW 850106,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD20 JMS
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2007 195,563 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 195,023 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2005 195,023 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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D20 JMS is a 1992 BMW 850 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 D20 JMS, 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

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What year was D20 JMS registered?

D20 JMS is a 1992 BMW 850, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is D20 JMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for D20 JMS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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