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M8 SHF

1995 BMW 850

Yellow Petrol 5576cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2014
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,269 mi
Last recorded66,269 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2013
Typical for 1995 BMW 85084,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 SHF
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1995
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,576cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2013 66,269 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 66,202 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 66,172 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 May 2012 66,156 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 66,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 66,110 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 65,902 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 65,582 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2007 65,298 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 64,607 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 62,704 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 62,643 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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M8 SHF is a 1995 BMW 850 in Yellow with a 5,576cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 84,469 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 M8 SHF, 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 31 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 M8 SHF registered?

M8 SHF is a 1995 BMW 850, first registered on 1 December 1995.

Is M8 SHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 SHF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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