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H989 KDY

1991 BMW 850

Silver Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,468 mi
Last recorded78,468 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2008
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH989 KDY
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2008 78,468 miles

both front drop link top rubbers splitting

heat covers around rear exhaust boxs rusting away

o/s/f indicator lens cracked

o/s/f tyre inner edge wearing poss tracking out

strong advice both rear tyres on limit of 1,6mm

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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H989 KDY is a 1991 BMW 850 in Silver with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H989 KDY, 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 H989 KDY registered?

H989 KDY is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is H989 KDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H989 KDY shows 1 test 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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