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LUI 2129

1995 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

138,262 mi
Last recorded138,262 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLUI 2129
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 138,262 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 138,213 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 138,170 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 138,098 miles

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Fail 4 Aug 2022 138,098 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Pass 9 Jun 2021 137,861 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 137,738 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 137,592 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 137,474 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 12 Jun 2017 137,469 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 137,241 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 136,722 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2014 136,375 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 135,641 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 134,602 miles

Fuel pipes corroded.

Fail 9 Jul 2012 134,528 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fuel pipes corroded.

Pass 17 Nov 2008 134,500 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 133,002 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 128,996 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 128,996 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 117,195 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 117,195 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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LUI 2129 is a 1995 BMW 840 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1995 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 109,077 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 LUI 2129, 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 31 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 LUI 2129 registered?

LUI 2129 is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 11 January 1995.

Is LUI 2129 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LUI 2129 shows 22 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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