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M8 MJF

1994 BMW 840

White Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

93,801 mi
Last recorded93,801 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 1994 BMW 840109,948 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM8 MJF
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 93,801 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 93,735 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 93,695 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 93,275 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 92,292 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2017 92,292 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 91,620 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jan 2016 91,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 89,982 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 85,909 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 18 Dec 2012 84,612 miles

near side rear tyre and both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Nov 2011 83,476 miles

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

all tyres worn on edge

Pass 17 Dec 2010 80,067 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 75,259 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 75,258 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 69,697 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 63,802 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 58,459 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2006 58,549 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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M8 MJF is a 1994 BMW 840 in White with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 M8 MJF, 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

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What year was M8 MJF registered?

M8 MJF is a 1994 BMW 840, first registered on 28 September 1994.

Is M8 MJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for M8 MJF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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