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J372 VDP

1992 BMW 850

Green Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

68,384 mi
Last recorded68,384 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 1992 BMW 850106,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ372 VDP
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1992
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 68,384 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2011 68,084 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jul 2011 68,084 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 66,735 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 65,645 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 65,644 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 May 2007 63,097 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jun 2006 60,945 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

OSR fuel pipe slightly corroded.

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 7 Jun 2006 60,945 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

OSR fuel pipe slightly corroded.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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J372 VDP is a 1992 BMW 850 in Green with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 106,832 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 J372 VDP, 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 34 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 J372 VDP?

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What year was J372 VDP registered?

J372 VDP is a 1992 BMW 850, first registered on 24 March 1992.

Is J372 VDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J372 VDP shows 9 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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