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J630 UPB

1991 BMW 850

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

127,139 mi
Last recorded127,139 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ630 UPB
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2025 127,139 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 127,054 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 127,007 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2022 126,927 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 126,766 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 126,605 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 126,342 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 126,057 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 May 2017 123,415 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 122,630 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 122,271 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2014 121,702 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 119,894 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Apr 2011 119,232 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 119,232 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 117,031 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 115,565 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 115,317 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 113,041 miles
Pass 28 May 2006 107,911 miles
Fail 28 May 2006 107,911 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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J630 UPB is a 1991 BMW 850 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J630 UPB, 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 J630 UPB?

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What year was J630 UPB registered?

J630 UPB is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 21 November 1991.

Is J630 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J630 UPB shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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