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L89 RAP

1993 BMW 840

Red Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,902 mi
Last recorded122,902 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 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

RegistrationL89 RAP
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2009 122,902 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 8 Jul 2009 122,869 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

fuel line corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2007 122,805 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 122,762 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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L89 RAP is a 1993 BMW 840 in Red with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 L89 RAP, 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 L89 RAP registered?

L89 RAP is a 1993 BMW 840, first registered on 30 October 1993.

Is L89 RAP safe to buy?

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