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YAZ 2850

1991 BMW 850

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

95,081 mi
Last recorded95,081 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAZ 2850
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 95,081 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 94,917 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2016 94,659 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Fail 28 Mar 2015 94,636 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded

Rear exhaust corroded and has a slight blow

Pass 12 Jul 2013 94,419 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 94,419 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 May 2011 94,403 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 94,399 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 93,543 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 92,694 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 89,533 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in steering ,poss box

Pass 31 Aug 2006 80,874 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2006 80,874 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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YAZ 2850 is a 1991 BMW 850 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1991 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 115,939 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 YAZ 2850, 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 35 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 YAZ 2850?

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What year was YAZ 2850 registered?

YAZ 2850 is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is YAZ 2850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAZ 2850 shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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