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K854 XFK

1993 BMW 850

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,968 mi
Last recorded132,968 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 1993 BMW 850106,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK854 XFK
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 132,968 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

fuel pipes corroded brake pipes covered in unknown substance inner sills starting to corrode

Fail 6 Sep 2018 132,968 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

fuel pipes corroded brake pipes covered in unknown substance inner sills starting to corrode

Pass 31 May 2011 132,920 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

nearside rear front to rear ,rear section suspension pipes corroded,

Pass 20 Nov 2009 132,895 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 130,244 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 125,871 miles

oil leek under car front

Pass 8 Mar 2006 110,660 miles

Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 3 Mar 2006 110,642 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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K854 XFK is a 1993 BMW 850 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1993 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 106,019 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 K854 XFK, 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 33 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 K854 XFK registered?

K854 XFK is a 1993 BMW 850, first registered on 20 April 1993.

Is K854 XFK safe to buy?

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