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R527 NFP

1998 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

80,547 mi
Last recorded80,547 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 84089,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR527 NFP
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 80,547 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2026 80,531 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 78,520 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 78,261 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 78,238 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 78,021 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 77,925 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 77,723 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 77,425 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 76,785 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 74,609 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 72,127 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

oil leak

Pass 5 Feb 2015 68,729 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 65,439 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 60,989 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 56,891 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 53,257 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 49,554 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 45,781 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 41,636 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 37,049 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 33,173 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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R527 NFP is a 1998 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R527 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 28 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 R527 NFP registered?

R527 NFP is a 1998 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R527 NFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R527 NFP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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