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R705 GWW

1997 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,687 mi
Last recorded54,687 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2006
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR705 GWW
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2006 54,687 miles

Very slight free play witin offside rear track arm.

Both rear main metal brake pipes slightly corroded.

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside front tyre sidewall starting to perish.

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R705 GWW is a 1997 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R705 GWW, 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 R705 GWW registered?

R705 GWW is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is R705 GWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R705 GWW shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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