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BIG 8401

1997 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

118,906 mi
Last recorded118,906 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBIG 8401
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 118,906 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 118,896 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 118,838 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 116,868 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 116,868 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 115,192 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 114,560 miles

Fuel Pipes Corroded.

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

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 109,149 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 108,215 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 105,377 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 99,128 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 90,298 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 82,579 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2006 82,579 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nail in tyre

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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BIG 8401 is a 1997 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BIG 8401, 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 BIG 8401 registered?

BIG 8401 is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is BIG 8401 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BIG 8401 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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