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R980 TKV

1997 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,164 mi
Last recorded107,164 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 TKV
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2014 107,164 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 107,010 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 106,006 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2011 106,006 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 100,311 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2010 94,664 miles

VARIOUS MINOR OIL LEAKS,FRONT DISCS SLIGHTLY CORRODED,SURFACE CORROSION FROM FRONT TO REAR FUEL PIPE.

Pass 16 Jan 2009 89,316 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 80,492 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2007 80,492 miles

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 77,071 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2006 64,977 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 58,799 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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R980 TKV is a 1997 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R980 TKV, 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 R980 TKV registered?

R980 TKV is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R980 TKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R980 TKV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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