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IIW 341

1997 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,311 mi
Last recorded69,311 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIW 341
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 13 May 2025 69,311 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 69,192 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 69,145 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 69,077 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 69,001 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 68,493 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 68,335 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 66,696 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 64,124 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 63,395 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 63,330 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 62,934 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 61,311 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 60,334 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 58,821 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 55,012 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 49,499 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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IIW 341 is a 1997 BMW 840 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 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 IIW 341, 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 IIW 341?

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What year was IIW 341 registered?

IIW 341 is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is IIW 341 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IIW 341 shows 17 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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