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J8 FWR

1997 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

56,111 mi
Last recorded56,111 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 FWR
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2024 56,111 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 55,973 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2023 55,973 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 55,156 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 54,476 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 57,694 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 52,883 miles

Nearside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 51,807 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2009 51,797 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Apr 2008 51,258 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2006 49,666 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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J8 FWR is a 1997 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J8 FWR, 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 J8 FWR registered?

J8 FWR is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 28 January 1997.

Is J8 FWR safe to buy?

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