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R8 JAF

1997 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,360 mi
Last recorded6,360 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 JAF
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 6,360 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 6,185 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 6,180 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 6,172 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 6,122 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2021 6,110 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 6,050 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 6,000 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 5,907 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 5,904 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 5,850 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 5,717 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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R8 JAF is a 1997 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests 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 R8 JAF, 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 R8 JAF registered?

R8 JAF is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R8 JAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 JAF shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R8 JAF have outstanding finance?

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