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MJK 304

1997 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,701 mi
Last recorded75,701 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJK 304
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2020 75,701 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades worn (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2013 75,318 miles

GENERAL CORROSION TO ALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS

Fail 11 Jan 2013 75,318 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

GENERAL CORRSION TO ALL SUSPENSION PARTS

Pass 23 Jun 2009 74,689 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

both outer sills andwheel arches and undertrays fitted

o/s/f tyre wall perished

Pass 25 Jun 2008 73,645 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 72,612 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 70,986 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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MJK 304 is a 1997 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 100,467 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 MJK 304, 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 29 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 MJK 304 registered?

MJK 304 is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is MJK 304 safe to buy?

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