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P344 OJW

1997 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,956 mi
Last recorded51,956 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP344 OJW
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 51,956 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 51,951 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 51,796 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 51,327 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 50,760 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 49,974 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 49,921 miles

Offside Front Lower suspension arm bush rubber split (arm towards front of can)

Pass 4 May 2017 49,745 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 49,669 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 49,425 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 49,209 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 48,955 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 48,588 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 48,489 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 48,452 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 48,302 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 48,079 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 47,712 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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P344 OJW is a 1997 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P344 OJW, 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 P344 OJW?

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What year was P344 OJW registered?

P344 OJW is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P344 OJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P344 OJW shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P344 OJW have outstanding finance?

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