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P4 MDM

1996 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,736 mi
Last recorded36,736 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 840105,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP4 MDM
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 36,736 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 36,736 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Dec 2024 36,016 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 36,001 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 33,940 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 33,281 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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P4 MDM is a 1996 BMW 840 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 P4 MDM, 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

How do I check the history of P4 MDM?

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What year was P4 MDM registered?

P4 MDM is a 1996 BMW 840, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P4 MDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P4 MDM shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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