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J5 AGU

1995 BMW 840

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

142,380 mi
Last recorded142,380 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2018
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ5 AGU
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2018 142,380 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 141,239 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 140,409 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 140,409 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 139,175 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2014 139,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 137,714 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 May 2012 137,446 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 May 2012 137,446 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 137,033 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 135,515 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 135,515 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 135,124 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 128,728 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

covers over door sills

Pass 6 Feb 2006 119,526 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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J5 AGU is a 1995 BMW 840 in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1995 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 109,077 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 J5 AGU, 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 31 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 J5 AGU registered?

J5 AGU is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 11 January 1995.

Is J5 AGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for J5 AGU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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