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P107 GPB

1997 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,394 mi
Last recorded57,394 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2015
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP107 GPB
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2015 57,394 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 57,394 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2014 57,394 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 57,388 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 57,313 miles

Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Dec 2011 57,306 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 57,305 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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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P107 GPB is a 1997 BMW 840 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P107 GPB, 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

How do I check the history of P107 GPB?

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What year was P107 GPB registered?

P107 GPB is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P107 GPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P107 GPB shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P107 GPB have outstanding finance?

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