Est: £35,000 - £45,000
1991 BMW 850i (E31)
United Kingdom • 16 May 2026 • Lot 529
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This BMW 850i is a rare example with Royal provenance and low mileage, presented in original condition. It features a comprehensive history and desirable options, making it suitable for both concours display and open road enjoyment.
Condition
8
Original, well-maintained, light use.
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
WBAEG20040CB57376
Chassis No:
Odometer:
20,000 miles
850 EMW
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
The wonderfully dramatic BMW 8-Series Coupé was launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 1989 and positively bristled with innovations, as befitted the flagship model from the makers of 'the ultimate driving machine'.
While the motoring press focussed on the numerous road car firsts such as the first electronic fly-by-wire throttle, the first CAN bus system to cut down the complexity and weight of the electrical system and the first BMW multi-link rear axle, what really impressed most people was just the sheer presence of the thing.
Luxuriously trimmed inside and packed with all the gadgets that its jet-set client base could wish for, the 8-Series turned every journey into an occasion and made the driver feel special every time they slipped behind the wheel.
The 850i was powered by a magnificent all-alloy, 5.0-litre V12 that produced 300bhp and 332lb/ft, enough to propel the 1,790kg 2+2-seater from 0 to 62mph in 6.8 seconds on its way to a top speed electronically limited to 155mph.
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Points of note
£5,500
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£17,651
Median Price (Since 2020)
£131,800
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on May 07 2026
Latest MOT Mileage
19,312 miles
Registration Date
1991-12-31
MOT History
Passed
On May 08 2025 with 19,312 miles
Passed
On May 02 2024 with 18,798 miles
Passed
On Apr 19 2023 with 18,093 miles
Passed
On Apr 07 2022 with 17,316 miles
Passed
On Nov 06 2020 with 16,621 miles
Passed
On May 03 2019 with 15,239 miles
Passed
On May 04 2017 with 14,162 miles
Passed
On May 08 2015 with 13,038 miles
Passed
On Apr 30 2014 with 12,295 miles
Passed
On Apr 29 2013 with 11,643 miles
Passed
On Apr 30 2012 with 11,101 miles
Passed
On Apr 28 2011 with 10,313 miles
Passed
On Apr 19 2010 with 9,488 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Passed
On Apr 24 2009 with 8,539 miles
Failed
On Apr 21 2009 with 8,523 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Fail:
- Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Advisory:
- Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Failed
On Jul 25 2007 with 8,416 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed
On Jul 25 2007 with 8,416 miles
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