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M85 UKN

1994 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,111 mi
Last recorded98,111 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 1994 BMW 840109,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM85 UKN
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2011 98,111 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 98,111 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 96,304 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 94,882 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 93,111 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 90,445 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2005 90,269 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2005 90,251 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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M85 UKN is a 1994 BMW 840 in Blue with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1994 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 109,948 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 M85 UKN, 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 32 years old, this BMW 840 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M85 UKN?

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What year was M85 UKN registered?

M85 UKN is a 1994 BMW 840, first registered on 1 August 1994.

Is M85 UKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for M85 UKN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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