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NXZ 444

1994 BMW 850

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

112,478 mi
Last recorded112,478 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW 85092,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNXZ 444
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Aug 2025 112,478 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 112,155 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 111,996 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 111,810 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 111,792 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 111,600 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 111,102 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 110,763 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 109,541 miles

reverse lights on when car in neutral

warning light ref re steering system illuminated

Fail 15 Sep 2015 109,541 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

reverse lights on when car in neutral

warning light ref re steering system illuminated

Pass 8 Aug 2014 108,849 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 108,596 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 107,779 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 107,779 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Sep 2011 107,569 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front disc corroded

rear disc corroded

vehicle has alot of surface rust underneath

Pass 26 Sep 2011 107,569 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front disc corroded

rear disc corroded

vehicle has alot of surface rust underneath

Pass 21 Sep 2010 106,740 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 105,370 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 103,987 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 101,872 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 101,867 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

free play in all str components

Pass 23 Aug 2006 100,688 miles

fuel pipe rusted

rear sus pipe rusted

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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NXZ 444 is a 1994 BMW 850 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 NXZ 444, 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 NXZ 444 registered?

NXZ 444 is a 1994 BMW 850, first registered on 27 June 1994.

Is NXZ 444 safe to buy?

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