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YDF 28

1994 BMW 850

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

124,628 mi
Last recorded124,628 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW 85092,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDF 28
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 124,628 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 124,542 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 124,337 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 124,084 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 123,679 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 123,259 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 123,001 miles

Nearside Rear slight perished

Fail 31 Mar 2016 122,996 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a failure in the system (2.3.8)

Nearside Rear slight perished

Pass 5 Jun 2014 122,590 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 122,175 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 122,154 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 9 May 2011 120,784 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 9 May 2011 120,784 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 119,946 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 119,946 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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YDF 28 is a 1994 BMW 850 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YDF 28, 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 YDF 28 registered?

YDF 28 is a 1994 BMW 850, first registered on 28 September 1994.

Is YDF 28 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDF 28 shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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