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27 OM

1997 BMW 840

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

66,346 mi
Last recorded66,346 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration27 OM
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 66,346 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 65,715 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 63,796 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 60,885 miles

underside of vehicle heavily sprayed in sealer

Pass 9 Oct 2012 60,581 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 56,473 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs rusty pitted poor condition

fuel pipes rusty corroded

rear shock absorber strut tops rusty corroded

Fail 31 Aug 2011 56,433 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front to rear fuel pipes rusty corroded poor condition

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs rusty pitted poor condition

rear shock absorbers rusty at top of strut

Pass 12 Aug 2010 55,977 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2010 55,977 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

o/s/r rear disc corroded

Fail 10 Aug 2009 51,589 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 51,589 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 49,575 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 49,575 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 45,147 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 41,962 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 39,887 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 840?

Based on 28,318 MOT tests across 1,862 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,508
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,862
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 937
Headlamp aim too low 780
Brake pipe excessively corroded 741
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 554
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 499
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27 OM is a 1997 BMW 840 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 100,467 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 840 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 937 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 27 OM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 840 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this BMW 840 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 27 OM registered?

27 OM is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is 27 OM safe to buy?

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