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RCF 500

1998 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

208,034 mi
Last recorded208,034 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 BMW 84089,197 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCF 500
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 208,034 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 207,311 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 205,104 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 204,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 202,021 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 200,450 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2009 199,802 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 98,554 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2005 168,936 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 168,936 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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RCF 500 is a 1998 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 RCF 500, 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 RCF 500?

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What year was RCF 500 registered?

RCF 500 is a 1998 BMW 840, first registered on 26 October 1998.

Is RCF 500 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCF 500 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RCF 500 have outstanding finance?

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