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P116 MFS

1996 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2008
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

151,953 mi
Last recorded151,953 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2007
Typical for 1996 BMW 840105,519 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 MFS
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2007 151,953 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/f,o/s/r & n/s/r tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Dec 2006 151,163 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 144,522 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2005 144,502 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Lower Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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P116 MFS is a 1996 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 105,519 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 P116 MFS, 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 30 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 P116 MFS registered?

P116 MFS is a 1996 BMW 840, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P116 MFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 MFS shows 4 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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