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M6 KVS

1995 BMW 840

Silver Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2012
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,926 mi
Last recorded117,926 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2011
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 KVS
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2011 117,926 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

nearside rear side light inop

Fail 15 Nov 2011 117,926 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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

Oil leak

nearside rear side light inop

Pass 9 Nov 2010 114,752 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

brake pipes covered in substance

coil springs corroded

discs corroded

exhaust system corroded and deteriorated

fuel pipes covered in substance

nsf light condensation on lens

osf steering joints slight play

pipe near fuel pipe broken but no leaks

rear end corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2010 112,750 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 104,587 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 95,971 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 87,802 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 79,522 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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M6 KVS is a 1995 BMW 840 in Silver with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M6 KVS, 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 M6 KVS registered?

M6 KVS is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 16 January 1995.

Is M6 KVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 KVS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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