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M691 CTR

1995 BMW 840

Black Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

133,362 mi
Last recorded133,362 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM691 CTR
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 133,362 miles

Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded to rear ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

Nearside sill corroded covers fitted

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2024 132,958 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Sill corroded slight and covers fitted

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 132,701 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear wheel arch slightly corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive by engine/gearbox joint area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 132,576 miles

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on engine / gearbox joint area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive on rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 132,170 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR ()

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 132,169 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FRONT TO REAR ()

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 132,009 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2019 131,563 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 131,270 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2018 131,270 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 131,003 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 129,911 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Trailing arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

washers poor

Pass 10 Jan 2015 127,835 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 125,475 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jan 2013 123,402 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Jan 2012 121,031 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 121,031 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 118,378 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2011 118,378 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 115,582 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 112,010 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 110,312 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 106,665 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 104,719 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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M691 CTR is a 1995 BMW 840 in Black with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M691 CTR, 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 M691 CTR registered?

M691 CTR is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 3 February 1995.

Is M691 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M691 CTR shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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