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B11 BMW

1997 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,562 mi
Last recorded15,562 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB11 BMW
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 7 Nov 2018 15,562 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 15,533 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 15,510 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 15,501 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 15,488 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 15,452 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 15,446 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 15,440 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 15,213 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 14,792 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 14,288 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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B11 BMW is a 1997 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B11 BMW, 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.

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What year was B11 BMW registered?

B11 BMW is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is B11 BMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for B11 BMW shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B11 BMW have outstanding finance?

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