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M923 YWL

1994 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

251,895 mi
Last recorded251,895 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2014
Typical for 1994 BMW 840109,948 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM923 YWL
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1994
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 25 Oct 2014 251,895 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Aug 2013 246,250 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 238,792 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 226,936 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 213,960 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 201,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 May 2008 190,305 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 185,463 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 174,663 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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M923 YWL is a 1994 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M923 YWL, 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 M923 YWL registered?

M923 YWL is a 1994 BMW 840, first registered on 21 December 1994.

Is M923 YWL safe to buy?

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