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H482 BYF

1990 BMW 850

Blue Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

216,999 mi
Last recorded216,999 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2006
Typical for 1990 BMW 850113,080 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH482 BYF
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Aug 2006 216,999 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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H482 BYF is a 1990 BMW 850 in Blue with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1990 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 113,080 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 H482 BYF, 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 36 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 H482 BYF registered?

H482 BYF is a 1990 BMW 850, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is H482 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H482 BYF shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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