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L837 XVV

1994 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

126,991 mi
Last recorded126,991 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2017
Typical for 1994 BMW 840109,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL837 XVV
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2017 126,991 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 126,758 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2016 126,757 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2015 126,305 miles

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

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 125,785 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 125,453 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 125,101 miles

Both front brake pipes corroding,

Engine oil leaks,

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded,

Offside front seat doesnt tip forward,

Offside rear brake pipe corroded,

Offside rear upper susspension bush has play in,

Fail 15 Apr 2010 125,101 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside rear brake pipe corroded,

Both front brake pipes corroding,

Engine oil leaks,

Front to rear fuel pipes corroded,

Offside front seat doesnt tip forward,

Offside rear upper susspension bush has play in,

Pass 28 Apr 2009 124,448 miles

Metal fuel pipes slightly corroded

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2007 122,536 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 122,536 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2006 120,612 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 120,612 miles

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

All metal brake pipes have surface corrosion

Chip in N/S/R light

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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L837 XVV is a 1994 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 L837 XVV, 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 L837 XVV registered?

L837 XVV is a 1994 BMW 840, first registered on 31 May 1994.

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The MOT history for L837 XVV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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