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100 HKY

1991 BMW 850

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,619 mi
Last recorded26,619 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration100 HKY
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 26,619 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 26,482 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 26,330 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 26,235 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 25,889 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 25,847 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 25,729 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 25,720 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 25,694 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 25,465 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 25,321 miles

damage offside front tyre outer sidewall.

damage wheel rims.

Fail 28 Aug 2012 25,321 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

damage offside front tyre outer sidewall.

damage wheel rims.

Pass 6 Sep 2011 25,117 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Aug 2010 24,971 miles

damage both offside tyres.

damage wheel rims.

deterioration susp.and axle components,but no attention required at present time.

windscreen washers leaking.

Fail 17 Aug 2010 24,971 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

damage both offside tyres.

damage wheel rims.

deterioration susp.and axle components,but no attention required at present time.

windscreen washers leaking.

Pass 25 Aug 2009 24,814 miles

Nearside front antiroll bar drop link boot deteriorating.

Offside front antiroll bar drop link boot split.

Offside rear tyre damaged on outer sidewall.

Rear brakes have slight increase decrease.

Pass 6 Sep 2007 24,761 miles

slight play in offside rear upper void bush

Pass 29 Sep 2006 24,415 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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100 HKY is a 1991 BMW 850 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 100 HKY, 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

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What year was 100 HKY registered?

100 HKY is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is 100 HKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for 100 HKY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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