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M5 TNK

1995 BMW 840

Red Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,407 mi
Last recorded79,407 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2012
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 TNK
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2012 79,407 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 79,310 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 78,700 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 78,700 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 78,423 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in offside rear tyre

both rear tyres starting to deteriorate from lack of use on sidewalls and tread

Pass 30 Jul 2007 77,310 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 76,477 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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M5 TNK is a 1995 BMW 840 in Red with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 M5 TNK, 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 M5 TNK registered?

M5 TNK is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M5 TNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 TNK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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