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H549 XNP

1990 BMW 850

Maroon Petrol 4999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

107,823 mi
Last recorded107,823 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 BMW 850113,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH549 XNP
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1990
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,999cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Jun 2026 107,823 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 107,757 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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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H549 XNP is a 1990 BMW 850 in Maroon with a 4,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 113,080 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 H549 XNP, 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 36 years old, this BMW 850 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H549 XNP registered?

H549 XNP is a 1990 BMW 850, first registered on 12 September 1990.

Is H549 XNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H549 XNP shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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