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M623 SAB

1994 BMW 850

Green Petrol 5576cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests33 (21 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

56,472 mi
Last recorded56,472 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1994 BMW 85092,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM623 SAB
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,576cc

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MOT History

21 pass 12 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 56,472 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 56,358 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 56,233 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 56,040 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 55,940 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2022 55,832 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 55,832 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 May 2021 55,744 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 55,744 miles

Brake performance not tested due to leak (1.2.1 (g))

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 55,699 miles

Offside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 55,600 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Oct 2019 55,600 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low not adjusting (4.1.2 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Oct 2018 55,418 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 55,348 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 55,346 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 55,124 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 55,097 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 8 Mar 2016 55,044 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

coolant leak

Pass 6 Feb 2015 54,723 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Fail 3 Feb 2015 54,711 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2013 54,418 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2013 54,417 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 54,254 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Fail 31 Oct 2012 54,251 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2011 52,767 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 52,507 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 52,410 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 52,398 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 52,178 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 52,175 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in o/s/f antiroll bar link

Pass 14 Jul 2006 50,927 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 50,908 miles

Rear Emissions not tested (7.0)

slight movement in drag link/ball joints

Pass 28 Jun 2005 48,916 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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M623 SAB is a 1994 BMW 850 in Green with a 5,576cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 M623 SAB, 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

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What year was M623 SAB registered?

M623 SAB is a 1994 BMW 850, first registered on 9 November 1994.

Is M623 SAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M623 SAB shows 33 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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