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H2 OAK

1991 BMW 850

Blue Lpg 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,901 mi
Last recorded94,901 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2014
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH2 OAK
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2014 94,901 miles

engine has a oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2011 92,522 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2011 92,522 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both front brake discs corroded on inner faces

offside front tyre worn to 1.6mm

sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 May 2010 86,726 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 80,847 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 13 May 2009 80,847 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jun 2008 75,761 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 64,242 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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H2 OAK is a 1991 BMW 850 in Blue with a 4,988cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 115,939 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 H2 OAK, 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 35 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 H2 OAK registered?

H2 OAK is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 9 January 1991.

Is H2 OAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for H2 OAK shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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