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P414 CFV

1997 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,874 mi
Last recorded39,874 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2006
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP414 CFV
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 21 Jun 2006 39,874 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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P414 CFV is a 1997 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 P414 CFV, 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.

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What year was P414 CFV registered?

P414 CFV is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 2 June 1997.

Is P414 CFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P414 CFV shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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