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N338 YDP

1996 BMW 850

Green Petrol 5576cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

88,267 mi
Last recorded88,267 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1996 BMW 85071,951 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN338 YDP
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,576cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2022 88,267 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 88,206 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 88,063 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 88,063 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 87,645 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 87,542 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases scilencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases scilencer (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached nut insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 86,695 miles

Rear exhaust box corroded

offside rear fuel line slightly corroded

Pass 28 Feb 2017 86,573 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 81,818 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 74,682 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 69,197 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 68,785 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 68,592 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2009 68,501 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 68,325 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 68,077 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 67,468 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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N338 YDP is a 1996 BMW 850 in Green with a 5,576cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1996 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 71,951 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 N338 YDP, 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 30 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 N338 YDP registered?

N338 YDP is a 1996 BMW 850, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is N338 YDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N338 YDP shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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