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M837 GGJ

1995 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,752 mi
Last recorded105,752 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2016
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM837 GGJ
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2016 105,752 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

exhaust corrosion

grease on brake pipes

slight corrosion fuel pipes

Pass 28 Apr 2015 103,327 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 102,037 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jul 2013 102,037 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 1 Jun 2011 101,085 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 100,827 miles

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 11 May 2009 99,985 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Mar 2008 99,681 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 99,681 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 97,070 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 97,070 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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Pass 27 Feb 2006 96,323 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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M837 GGJ is a 1995 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 M837 GGJ, 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 M837 GGJ registered?

M837 GGJ is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1995.

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