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J45 SWL

1992 BMW 850

Silver Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

140,560 mi
Last recorded140,560 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2010
Typical for 1992 BMW 850106,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ45 SWL
MakeBMW
Model850
Year1992
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2010 140,560 miles

All Metal Brake Pipes Starting To Corrode

Corrosion in OS outer sill jacking points

Pass 21 Sep 2009 134,145 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 136,376 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 126,025 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 121,660 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 118,325 miles

frt brake discs slightly corroded

slight roughness in the frt wheel bearings

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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J45 SWL is a 1992 BMW 850 in Silver with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 J45 SWL, 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

How do I check the history of J45 SWL?

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What year was J45 SWL registered?

J45 SWL is a 1992 BMW 850, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J45 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J45 SWL shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J45 SWL have outstanding finance?

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