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P562 LBA

1997 BMW 840

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

114,660 mi
Last recorded114,660 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP562 LBA
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 114,660 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 113,961 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 113,283 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2022 116,387 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 116,359 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 116,318 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 116,265 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 116,195 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 116,188 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 116,135 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 116,073 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 115,836 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 115,236 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 104,854 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 103,922 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 103,922 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2007 103,018 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 99,646 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 95,836 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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P562 LBA is a 1997 BMW 840 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P562 LBA, 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 P562 LBA registered?

P562 LBA is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 15 May 1997.

Is P562 LBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P562 LBA shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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