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R46 NFP

1997 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

105,215 mi
Last recorded105,215 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 NFP
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 105,215 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 104,583 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 103,962 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 103,299 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 102,697 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 101,706 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 100,468 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 98,774 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 94,575 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 92,730 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 89,493 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 88,007 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 84,298 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 81,198 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 77,249 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 74,620 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 69,721 miles

various metal brake pipes starting to rust.nearside rear outter tyre wall slightly worn.small splits on various suspenion and steering bushes.

Pass 22 Jul 2010 68,732 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 68,732 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 62,349 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 59,635 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 59,419 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 59,046 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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R46 NFP is a 1997 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 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 R46 NFP, 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 R46 NFP?

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What year was R46 NFP registered?

R46 NFP is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R46 NFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R46 NFP shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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