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A11 SLM

1997 BMW 840

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,710 mi
Last recorded26,710 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 SLM
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2024 26,710 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 26,418 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 26,150 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 26,068 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 26,068 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 26,037 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 26,037 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 25,874 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 25,847 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 24,448 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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A11 SLM is a 1997 BMW 840 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 A11 SLM, 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 A11 SLM registered?

A11 SLM is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is A11 SLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A11 SLM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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