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P140 CVA

1997 BMW 840

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

112,241 mi
Last recorded112,241 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP140 CVA
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 112,241 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 101,871 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 101,860 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 101,762 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 97,860 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Sep 2007 97,849 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 81,940 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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P140 CVA is a 1997 BMW 840 in Black 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 P140 CVA, 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 P140 CVA?

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What year was P140 CVA registered?

P140 CVA is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 3 February 1997.

Is P140 CVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P140 CVA 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.

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