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J38 EAG

1991 BMW 850

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,705 mi
Last recorded144,705 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ38 EAG
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 144,705 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 144,650 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 144,329 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 143,841 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jan 2015 143,389 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 142,866 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to front brake discs

dampness brake reservior area no leaks found at test

outter casing missing offside rear shock absorber

Fail 17 Jul 2013 142,866 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion to front brake discs

dampness brake reservior area no leaks found at test

outter casing missing offside rear shock absorber

Pass 15 Nov 2006 141,080 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 140,484 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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J38 EAG is a 1991 BMW 850 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 J38 EAG, 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 J38 EAG?

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What year was J38 EAG registered?

J38 EAG is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J38 EAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for J38 EAG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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