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L18 MVV

1993 BMW 850

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

125,550 mi
Last recorded125,550 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1993 BMW 850106,019 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL18 MVV
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 125,550 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 125,473 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 125,453 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 125,348 miles

Underbody covered in under seal

Pass 26 Aug 2020 125,345 miles

Under body covered in under seal

Pass 23 May 2019 125,337 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 124,570 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 124,260 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 124,112 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 123,426 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2014 123,426 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2007
Pass 11 Jul 2006 101,677 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2006 101,677 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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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L18 MVV is a 1993 BMW 850 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 L18 MVV, 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

How do I check the history of L18 MVV?

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What year was L18 MVV registered?

L18 MVV is a 1993 BMW 850, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L18 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L18 MVV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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