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J516 TBO

1991 BMW 850

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

154,074 mi
Last recorded154,074 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2007
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ516 TBO
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 Jan 2007 154,074 miles

offside rear tyre slightly damaged on side wall

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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J516 TBO is a 1991 BMW 850 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J516 TBO, 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 J516 TBO registered?

J516 TBO is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 7 October 1991.

Is J516 TBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for J516 TBO shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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