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M540 VWX

1994 BMW 540

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

389,493 mi
Last recorded389,493 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2010
Typical for 1994 BMW 540139,134 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM540 VWX
MakeBMW
Model540
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2010 389,493 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 385,456 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 371,765 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 353,036 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 339,259 miles
Pass 3 May 2005 301,542 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 540?

Based on 50,016 MOT tests across 4,152 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
4,801
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
4,152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,881
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,599
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,360
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,334
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M540 VWX is a 1994 BMW 540 in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1994 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 139,134 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M540 VWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 32 years old, this BMW 540 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M540 VWX?

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What year was M540 VWX registered?

M540 VWX is a 1994 BMW 540, first registered on 9 December 1994.

Is M540 VWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M540 VWX shows 6 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 M540 VWX have outstanding finance?

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