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D7 OSC

1997 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

75,835 mi
Last recorded75,835 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD7 OSC
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2025 75,835 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 75,395 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 75,019 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 74,770 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 74,284 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering box (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 73,572 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 73,072 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 72,376 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 71,459 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 70,069 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2013 69,156 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 67,654 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 66,826 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 65,919 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 63,404 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 59,911 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 55,656 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 51,813 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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D7 OSC is a 1997 BMW 840 in Red 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 D7 OSC, 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

How do I check the history of D7 OSC?

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What year was D7 OSC registered?

D7 OSC is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is D7 OSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D7 OSC 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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