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M11 ECS

1995 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,723 mi
Last recorded128,723 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM11 ECS
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 128,723 miles

Front steering idle play

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

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

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)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 123,557 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 123,556 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Fail 1 Sep 2012 120,536 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2012 120,536 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Pass 4 Aug 2010 120,379 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2010 120,374 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Oil leak

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 27 Jul 2009 118,660 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 113,652 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2007 108,172 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 101,319 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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M11 ECS is a 1995 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 M11 ECS, 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 M11 ECS registered?

M11 ECS is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 18 August 1995.

Is M11 ECS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M11 ECS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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