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C8 GJD

1997 BMW 840

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,690 mi
Last recorded55,690 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 GJD
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 May 2026 55,690 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 55,661 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 55,475 miles

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

Exhaust is corroded/ deteriorated but emissions are not effected

Pass 2 Sep 2022 55,410 miles

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

Exhaust is corroded/ deteriorated but emissions are not effected

Pass 12 Aug 2021 55,330 miles

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

Exhaust is corroded/ deteriorated but emissions are not effected

Pass 15 Aug 2020 55,294 miles

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

Exhaust is corroded/ deteriorated but emissions are not effected

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear tyres are cracking and wearing on inner edges *Borderline pass

Pass 17 Aug 2019 55,008 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Rear of) front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust is corroded/ deteriorated but emissions are not effected

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear tyres are cracking *Borderline pass*

Pass 3 Mar 2018 54,557 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

offside rear tyre starting to crack on sidewall

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 27 Feb 2017 54,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Rear exhaust is deteriorated

Rear offside tyre is cracked on sidewall

Pass 10 Aug 2015 52,569 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 51,786 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,257 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 50,502 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 48,786 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 46,754 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 45,994 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 44,428 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 43,397 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (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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C8 GJD is a 1997 BMW 840 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 C8 GJD, 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 C8 GJD registered?

C8 GJD is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is C8 GJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C8 GJD shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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