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D18 HLN

1999 BMW 840

Purple Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

53,734 mi
Last recorded53,734 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 84082,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD18 HLN
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 53,734 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 53,722 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 53,706 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 53,370 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 53,247 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 52,699 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 51,379 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 50,540 miles

both rear tyre have cracks in outer walls but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 19 Aug 2014 50,076 miles

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

both front and rear tyres have slight cracks

Fail 19 Aug 2014 50,076 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

both front and rear tyres have slight cracks

Pass 25 Jul 2013 48,403 miles

front pads getting low

Pass 23 Aug 2012 47,656 miles

deep cut in n/s/f tyre but not showing cords

front pads getting low

Pass 4 Aug 2011 45,807 miles

large engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2010 43,664 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 41,478 miles

both rear and offside front tyres sidewalls perishing

Pass 21 Aug 2008 40,169 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 38,309 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 35,611 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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D18 HLN is a 1999 BMW 840 in Purple with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1999 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 82,746 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 D18 HLN, 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 27 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 D18 HLN registered?

D18 HLN is a 1999 BMW 840, first registered on 23 March 1999.

Is D18 HLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for D18 HLN shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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