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J399 LPX

1992 BMW 850

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2016
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,367 mi
Last recorded140,367 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2015
Typical for 1992 BMW 850106,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ399 LPX
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2015 140,367 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 139,805 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 137,956 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 136,545 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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J399 LPX is a 1992 BMW 850 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 BMW 850 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 106,832 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 J399 LPX, 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 34 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 J399 LPX registered?

J399 LPX is a 1992 BMW 850, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J399 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J399 LPX shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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