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M595 XYG

1995 BMW 840

Red Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

158,836 mi
Last recorded158,836 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM595 XYG
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 158,836 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 158,690 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2021 158,690 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to leak (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Washer jets partly blocked

Pass 1 Aug 2019 158,343 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2018 157,913 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Centre to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play idler arm bush (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 157,745 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 157,115 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 156,840 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 156,557 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 7 Jul 2009 155,861 miles

brake pipes corrosion

fuel pipes corrosion

Pass 12 May 2008 155,346 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 155,345 miles

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)

Pass 11 May 2007 149,645 miles

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

advise fuel pipes corroded

Fail 9 May 2007 149,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

advise fuel pipes rusty

Pass 10 May 2006 129,205 miles

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

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

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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M595 XYG is a 1995 BMW 840 in Red with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 M595 XYG, 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.

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What year was M595 XYG registered?

M595 XYG is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 7 April 1995.

Is M595 XYG safe to buy?

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