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A18 APE

1995 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2019
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,069 mi
Last recorded112,069 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 APE
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 112,069 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x1 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 19 Jun 2018 112,069 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x1 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2017 111,555 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 111,302 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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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A18 APE is a 1995 BMW 840 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 109,077 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 A18 APE, 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 31 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 A18 APE registered?

A18 APE is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 23 January 1995.

Is A18 APE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 APE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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