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J607 NLP

1992 BMW 850

Silver Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,837 mi
Last recorded54,837 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 1992 BMW 850106,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ607 NLP
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 54,837 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2024 54,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 54,348 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 54,217 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2022 54,217 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jan 2021 53,950 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2020 52,850 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 52,600 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 51,968 miles

both front tyres perished/cracked

Fail 26 Jan 2017 51,941 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front 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 30 Mar 2015 51,573 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 50,878 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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J607 NLP is a 1992 BMW 850 in Silver with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 J607 NLP, 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

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What year was J607 NLP registered?

J607 NLP is a 1992 BMW 850, first registered on 31 March 1992.

Is J607 NLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J607 NLP shows 12 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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