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J335 HMB

1991 BMW 850

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,823 mi
Last recorded152,823 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ335 HMB
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 152,823 miles

All tyres perished

Fuel pipes rusty

Fail 1 Mar 2017 152,792 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

all tyres perished

fuel pipes rusty

Pass 29 Feb 2008 152,777 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

slight play in steering idler o/s

Pass 14 Nov 2006 152,748 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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J335 HMB is a 1991 BMW 850 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J335 HMB, 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 J335 HMB registered?

J335 HMB is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J335 HMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J335 HMB shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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