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P870 LSM

1996 BMW 850

Black Petrol 5575cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,780 mi
Last recorded12,780 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2018
Typical for 1996 BMW 85071,951 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP870 LSM
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,575cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Oct 2018 12,780 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 11,862 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2016 11,656 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2015 11,639 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 11,636 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 11,553 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 11,470 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 11,459 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 11,454 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 11,450 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 11,390 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 11,374 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2005 11,215 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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P870 LSM is a 1996 BMW 850 in Black with a 5,575cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P870 LSM, 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

How do I check the history of P870 LSM?

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What year was P870 LSM registered?

P870 LSM is a 1996 BMW 850, first registered on 30 September 1996.

Is P870 LSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P870 LSM shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P870 LSM have outstanding finance?

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