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M10 MWX

1997 BMW 850

Red Petrol 5370cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,790 mi
Last recorded57,790 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 BMW 85094,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM10 MWX
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,370cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 57,790 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 57,783 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (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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M10 MWX is a 1997 BMW 850 in Red with a 5,370cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 94,808 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 M10 MWX, 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 29 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 M10 MWX registered?

M10 MWX is a 1997 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is M10 MWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M10 MWX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M10 MWX have outstanding finance?

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