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R560 OGF

1997 BMW 840

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

93,516 mi
Last recorded93,516 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR560 OGF
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 93,516 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system deteriorated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

fuel pipes under side corroded

Pass 17 May 2022 93,184 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 92,021 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 92,021 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 91,433 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 May 2015 88,337 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear tyres perished

Pass 16 May 2015 88,337 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres perished

Pass 18 Jan 2014 88,331 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 88,155 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 88,154 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 86,874 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 84,719 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 82,581 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 79,803 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 77,650 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 75,160 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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R560 OGF is a 1997 BMW 840 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R560 OGF, 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 R560 OGF registered?

R560 OGF is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R560 OGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R560 OGF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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