BMW 850 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 850. Check any 850 by registration number below.

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84.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-5.1%

vs BMW Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

BMW 850 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 850 has an average MOT pass rate of 84.8%, which is 5.1 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 850 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used BMW 850, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 850 performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 35 vehicles

74.3%Average

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

3.3%

Retest Rate

40.0%

Mileage at 5yr

48k mi

1995

Based on 62 vehicles

80.6%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1994

Based on 106 vehicles

83.0%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

13.8%

1993

Based on 101 vehicles

87.1%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

1992

Based on 104 vehicles

86.5%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

9.2%

1991

Based on 205 vehicles

86.8%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

10.2%

1990

Based on 64 vehicles

98.4%Excellent

BMW average: 89.9%

0

Based on 192 vehicles

81.8%Good

BMW average: 89.9%

Mileage at 5yr

93k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

11.4%

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87.3% pass rate

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87.0% pass rate

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82.4% pass rate

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89.0% pass rate

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75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 850

BMW 850 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 850 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 850?

The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 850 is 84.8% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 850?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the BMW 850 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 84.8%, the BMW 850 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 850?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a BMW 850?

Typical mileage for the BMW 850: 48,083 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 850 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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