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J165 CHX

1991 BMW 850

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,995 mi
Last recorded69,995 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ165 CHX
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 69,995 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 68,225 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 67,295 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2022 66,934 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 66,762 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 66,695 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 66,695 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 66,604 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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J165 CHX is a 1991 BMW 850 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 J165 CHX, 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 J165 CHX?

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What year was J165 CHX registered?

J165 CHX is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J165 CHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J165 CHX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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