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P831 SWC

1997 BMW 850

Silver Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

6,354 mi
Last recorded6,354 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW 85094,808 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP831 SWC
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2012 6,354 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 6,354 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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P831 SWC is a 1997 BMW 850 in Silver with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 94,808 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 P831 SWC, 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 29 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 P831 SWC?

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What year was P831 SWC registered?

P831 SWC is a 1997 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P831 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P831 SWC 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.

Does P831 SWC have outstanding finance?

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