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R297 TGF

1998 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

83,625 mi
Last recorded83,625 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 BMW 84089,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 TGF
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 83,625 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 83,506 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 83,386 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 83,310 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 82,073 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 82,043 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 81,801 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 81,598 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 81,287 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 81,195 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 81,015 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 78,492 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2007 78,492 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 73,417 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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R297 TGF is a 1998 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1998 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 89,197 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 R297 TGF, 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 28 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 R297 TGF?

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What year was R297 TGF registered?

R297 TGF is a 1998 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R297 TGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R297 TGF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R297 TGF have outstanding finance?

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