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P236 HNT

1997 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

146,678 mi
Last recorded146,678 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP236 HNT
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2021 146,678 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 146,636 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 146,614 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 146,329 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 145,958 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 145,747 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 145,288 miles

all brake pipes have slight corrosion

fuel pipes are corroded

Pass 21 Jun 2013 143,872 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 142,992 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 141,886 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 141,143 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 139,718 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 2 Jul 2008 139,458 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 139,458 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 138,923 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 137,096 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 137,096 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Both metal brake pipes, (front to rear), corroded.

Fuel pipes corroded (return & breather) on off side of vehicle.

One horn damaged.

Slight corrosion on all brake disc's, surface.

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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P236 HNT is a 1997 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P236 HNT, 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 P236 HNT registered?

P236 HNT is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 9 January 1997.

Is P236 HNT safe to buy?

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