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VEV 8W

1999 BMW 850

Silver Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

194,983 mi
Last recorded194,983 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEV 8W
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 194,983 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front suspension bushes worn

Offside Front Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 29 Jun 2017 194,983 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front suspension bushes worn

Offside Front Outer Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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VEV 8W is a 1999 BMW 850 in Silver with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 VEV 8W, 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 27 years old, this BMW 850 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VEV 8W?

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What year was VEV 8W registered?

VEV 8W is a 1999 BMW 850, first registered on 5 July 1999.

Is VEV 8W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEV 8W 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.

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