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H605 PTW

1991 BMW 850

White Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

111,161 mi
Last recorded111,161 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH605 PTW
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 111,161 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 111,128 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2017 111,128 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 111,104 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 110,917 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 May 2013 110,727 miles

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 110,382 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 110,001 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 May 2011 110,001 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 109,611 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 108,749 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 16 Jul 2008 108,567 miles

Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 107,608 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Exhaust system in poor condition.

Both front tyres worn on edges.

Offside handbrake slow to come on.

Various balljoint dust covers split.

Various oil leaks.

Pass 10 Jul 2006 106,122 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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H605 PTW is a 1991 BMW 850 in White with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 H605 PTW, 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.

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What year was H605 PTW registered?

H605 PTW is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H605 PTW safe to buy?

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