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G15 SAC

1997 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

132,020 mi
Last recorded132,020 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG15 SAC
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 132,020 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Fail 6 Mar 2026 132,010 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam Nearside & Offside go off and on (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Front & Rear and inscription illegible (0.1 (d))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 130,984 miles

underside of vehicle is covered in underseal

Pass 13 Jul 2019 130,596 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 129,924 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2018 129,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2017 129,220 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and middle (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 128,709 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 128,124 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2006 126,200 miles

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

nearside front shock slightly weak

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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G15 SAC is a 1997 BMW 840 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G15 SAC, 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 G15 SAC registered?

G15 SAC is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 25 April 1997.

Is G15 SAC safe to buy?

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