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P85 JKC

1997 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

136,339 mi
Last recorded136,339 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP85 JKC
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 136,339 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 136,232 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 132,162 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 131,242 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 129,501 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 127,248 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 123,467 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 May 2011 115,011 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front and rear disc brakes slightly worn

fuel pipe slight leaking

Pass 3 Nov 2009 114,429 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 109,113 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 104,110 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 99,176 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 99,162 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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P85 JKC is a 1997 BMW 840 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P85 JKC, 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 P85 JKC registered?

P85 JKC is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P85 JKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P85 JKC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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