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H71 ATV

1991 BMW 850

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

253,930 mi
Last recorded253,930 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH71 ATV
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2011 253,930 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 250,047 miles

Oil leak

brakes allround dont appear to be braking flat on discs

front discs worn

offside front tyre has chunk out of tyre wall but not deep

Fail 19 Jul 2010 250,047 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brakes allround dont appear to be braking flat on discs

front discs worn

offside front tyre has chunk out of tyre wall but not deep

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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H71 ATV is a 1991 BMW 850 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 H71 ATV, 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

How do I check the history of H71 ATV?

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What year was H71 ATV registered?

H71 ATV is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H71 ATV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H71 ATV 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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