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A10 TSR

1997 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

88,013 mi
Last recorded88,013 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 TSR
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 88,013 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 87,642 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 87,278 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 86,698 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 85,509 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 85,037 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 83,117 miles

Central Front Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2019 83,110 miles

Emissions not tested due to coolant leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Front Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 73,713 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 73,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 66,236 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 65,610 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 63,093 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 61,792 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 60,755 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 58,561 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges recommend replacement.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 56,930 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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A10 TSR is a 1997 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A10 TSR, 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 A10 TSR registered?

A10 TSR is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A10 TSR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A10 TSR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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