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P5 LAL

1996 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,173 mi
Last recorded59,173 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
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

RegistrationP5 LAL
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2024 59,173 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 58,442 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 57,350 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 56,082 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 55,971 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 54,750 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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P5 LAL 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 100%.

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 P5 LAL, 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 P5 LAL?

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What year was P5 LAL registered?

P5 LAL is a 1996 BMW 840, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P5 LAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 LAL shows 6 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 P5 LAL have outstanding finance?

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