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P966 AWU

1997 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

76,781 mi
Last recorded76,781 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP966 AWU
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 76,781 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 75,633 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 74,791 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 74,665 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 74,573 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 74,413 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 74,223 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 72,816 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 71,502 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 71,465 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 71,455 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 71,452 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 71,433 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 70,671 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 69,531 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 67,831 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 67,831 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

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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P966 AWU is a 1997 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P966 AWU, 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

How do I check the history of P966 AWU?

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What year was P966 AWU registered?

P966 AWU is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P966 AWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P966 AWU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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