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L271 APH

1993 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,399 mi
Last recorded134,399 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2009
Typical for 1993 BMW 840110,890 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL271 APH
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2009 134,399 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 131,851 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 125,963 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 118,805 miles

Offside Rear Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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L271 APH is a 1993 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1993 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 110,890 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 L271 APH, 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 33 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 L271 APH registered?

L271 APH is a 1993 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L271 APH safe to buy?

The MOT history for L271 APH shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does L271 APH have outstanding finance?

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