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L984 BPV

1994 BMW 850

Black Petrol 5575cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,684 mi
Last recorded37,684 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 1994 BMW 85092,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL984 BPV
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,575cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2016 37,684 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 37,279 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 36,810 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 36,693 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 34,593 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 32,131 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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L984 BPV is a 1994 BMW 850 in Black with a 5,575cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 92,402 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 L984 BPV, 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 32 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 L984 BPV?

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What year was L984 BPV registered?

L984 BPV is a 1994 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L984 BPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L984 BPV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L984 BPV have outstanding finance?

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