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M557 ECS

1994 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,586 mi
Last recorded111,586 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2006
Typical for 1994 BMW 840109,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM557 ECS
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Jan 2006 111,586 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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M557 ECS is a 1994 BMW 840 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 M557 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 32 years old, this BMW 840 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M557 ECS registered?

M557 ECS is a 1994 BMW 840, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M557 ECS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M557 ECS shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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