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DLZ 850

1991 BMW 850

Black Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

83,113 mi
Last recorded83,113 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1991 BMW 850115,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLZ 850
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 83,113 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 82,441 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 81,584 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2023 80,950 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 80,921 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 13 Nov 2020 80,732 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 79,844 miles

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 77,621 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 77,580 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 77,579 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases both rear boxes (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 77,546 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust blowing at rear boxes (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 77,505 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 77,505 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2014 77,496 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

exhaust heavily corroded outer skin but secure and not leaking gasses

Pass 19 Nov 2014 77,496 miles

exhaust heavily corroded outer skin but secure and not leaking gasses

Pass 9 Nov 2013 77,209 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 77,202 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

hazards on permanently not able to cancell or select indicators

rear exhaust boxes heavily corroded but not blowing

Pass 23 Nov 2012 76,943 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 76,359 miles

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

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2010 76,129 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 75,318 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 12 Nov 2008 69,936 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 66,530 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 62,218 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 59,784 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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DLZ 850 is a 1991 BMW 850 in Black with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 DLZ 850, 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 DLZ 850?

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What year was DLZ 850 registered?

DLZ 850 is a 1991 BMW 850, first registered on 30 August 1991.

Is DLZ 850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLZ 850 shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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