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R898 GAE

1998 BMW 840

Red Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

56,428 mi
Last recorded56,428 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 84089,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR898 GAE
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 56,428 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 56,414 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 56,404 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 56,392 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 56,221 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 55,901 miles

All four tyres cracking

Pass 13 Jun 2014 55,525 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 54,691 miles

all tyres are starting to split/perish

Fail 14 Mar 2013 54,669 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all tyres are starting to split/perish

Pass 29 Mar 2012 54,334 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 53,640 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 52,849 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 52,301 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 48,256 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 45,717 miles

N/S/R TYRE CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT

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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R898 GAE is a 1998 BMW 840 in Red with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R898 GAE, 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

How do I check the history of R898 GAE?

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What year was R898 GAE registered?

R898 GAE is a 1998 BMW 840, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R898 GAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R898 GAE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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