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C5 GXN

1998 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,001 mi
Last recorded74,001 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 84089,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 GXN
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 74,001 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 72,606 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2025 72,606 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 72,195 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 71,993 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2021 71,969 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2020 71,964 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 71,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2018 71,937 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2017 71,867 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 71,759 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 70,762 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 69,236 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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C5 GXN is a 1998 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 89,197 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 C5 GXN, 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 28 years old, this BMW 840 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C5 GXN?

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What year was C5 GXN registered?

C5 GXN is a 1998 BMW 840, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is C5 GXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for C5 GXN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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