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M179 WYD

1994 BMW 840

Red Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,771 mi
Last recorded120,771 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2007
Typical for 1994 BMW 840109,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM179 WYD
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2007 120,771 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2006 114,443 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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M179 WYD is a 1994 BMW 840 in Red with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 M179 WYD, 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 M179 WYD registered?

M179 WYD is a 1994 BMW 840, first registered on 16 August 1994.

Is M179 WYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M179 WYD shows 2 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 M179 WYD have outstanding finance?

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