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R310 STA

1997 BMW 840

Red Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,512 mi
Last recorded83,512 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2006
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR310 STA
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2006 83,512 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 83,507 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2005 75,149 miles

front to rear fuel pipe corroded slightly

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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R310 STA is a 1997 BMW 840 in Red with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R310 STA, 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 R310 STA registered?

R310 STA is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R310 STA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R310 STA shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R310 STA have outstanding finance?

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