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K400 JET

1997 BMW 840

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

122,131 mi
Last recorded122,131 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK400 JET
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 21 Jan 2019 122,131 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 121,676 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 121,542 miles

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 21 May 2013 121,040 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 120,226 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 119,559 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 118,684 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Dec 2008 116,143 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 115,829 miles

Fuel pipe rusted

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2006 115,346 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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K400 JET is a 1997 BMW 840 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 K400 JET, 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 K400 JET?

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What year was K400 JET registered?

K400 JET is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 9 June 1997.

Is K400 JET safe to buy?

The MOT history for K400 JET shows 10 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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