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P708 KBW

1997 BMW 840

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,986 mi
Last recorded162,986 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP708 KBW
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Nov 2012 162,986 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 161,916 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2009 155,589 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 147,426 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 138,383 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 129,225 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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P708 KBW is a 1997 BMW 840 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P708 KBW, 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 P708 KBW registered?

P708 KBW is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 10 June 1997.

Is P708 KBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P708 KBW 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.

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