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P272 VRE

1996 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,761 mi
Last recorded44,761 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 840105,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP272 VRE
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 44,761 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2025 44,320 miles

Offside Rear fuel tank breather pipe corroded

Fail 28 Aug 2025 44,317 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Offside Rear fuel tank breather pipe corroded

Pass 9 Apr 2022 44,101 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 43,988 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 43,503 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 43,347 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 43,345 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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P272 VRE is a 1996 BMW 840 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P272 VRE, 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 P272 VRE registered?

P272 VRE is a 1996 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P272 VRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P272 VRE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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