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K10 LEV

1999 BMW 850

Purple Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,470 mi
Last recorded25,470 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK10 LEV
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 25,470 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 25,470 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2009 25,443 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 25,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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K10 LEV is a 1999 BMW 850 in Purple with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 K10 LEV, 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 27 years old, this BMW 850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K10 LEV?

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What year was K10 LEV registered?

K10 LEV is a 1999 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is K10 LEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K10 LEV shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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