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J493 LMW

1992 BMW 850

White Petrol 5576cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

165,919 mi
Last recorded165,919 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 1992 BMW 850106,832 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ493 LMW
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1992
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,576cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 165,919 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2025 165,533 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 162,615 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 161,892 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 161,727 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2021 161,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

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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J493 LMW is a 1992 BMW 850 in White with a 5,576cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 J493 LMW, 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 J493 LMW?

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What year was J493 LMW registered?

J493 LMW is a 1992 BMW 850, first registered on 1 March 1992.

Is J493 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J493 LMW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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