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M701 XNM

1994 BMW 850

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

123,274 mi
Last recorded123,274 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2008
Typical for 1994 BMW 85092,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM701 XNM
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2008 123,274 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2008 123,274 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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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M701 XNM is a 1994 BMW 850 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 M701 XNM, 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 M701 XNM?

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What year was M701 XNM registered?

M701 XNM is a 1994 BMW 850, first registered on 16 September 1994.

Is M701 XNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M701 XNM 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.

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