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L222 BMR

1994 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,820 mi
Last recorded87,820 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1994 BMW 840109,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL222 BMR
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 87,820 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 87,820 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 87,498 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 87,463 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 86,534 miles

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

Fail 2 May 2013 86,534 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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

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

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2010 24,486 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 84,782 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 84,229 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 83,384 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 81,679 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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L222 BMR is a 1994 BMW 840 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1994 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 109,948 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 L222 BMR, 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 32 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 L222 BMR registered?

L222 BMR is a 1994 BMW 840, first registered on 11 January 1994.

Is L222 BMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L222 BMR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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