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P837 RNF

1996 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

60,476 mi
Last recorded60,476 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 840105,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP837 RNF
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 60,476 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 59,579 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Fail 17 Feb 2025 59,579 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 52,587 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 51,681 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 48,866 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 44,826 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 44,681 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 43,864 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Aug 2016 43,847 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 42,546 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 41,285 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 40,662 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 39,139 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2010 38,415 miles

fuel pipes have slight corrosion

offside rear tyre wearing on inner shoulder

undersheild fitted limiting inspection

Pass 5 May 2009 36,686 miles

fuel pipes under vehicle corroded

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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P837 RNF is a 1996 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P837 RNF, 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

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What year was P837 RNF registered?

P837 RNF is a 1996 BMW 840, first registered on 11 November 1996.

Is P837 RNF safe to buy?

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