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P83 RBJ

1997 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,887 mi
Last recorded65,887 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP83 RBJ
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2010 65,887 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 64,430 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 62,115 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 57,434 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 52,973 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2005 45,995 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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P83 RBJ is a 1997 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 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 P83 RBJ, 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 P83 RBJ registered?

P83 RBJ is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P83 RBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P83 RBJ 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 P83 RBJ have outstanding finance?

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