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S280 CDP

1998 BMW 840

Grey Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

26,486 mi
Last recorded26,486 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1998 BMW 84089,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS280 CDP
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 26,486 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 26,413 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 26,390 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 26,384 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 26,367 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 26,354 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020 26,350 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 26,338 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 26,314 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 26,048 miles

Offside Front seat does not tilt to allow access to rear seats

Pass 22 Mar 2016 25,525 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 25,525 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 24,815 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 24,755 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 24,510 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 24,480 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 24,044 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 23,421 miles

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 22,750 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 21,768 miles

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

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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S280 CDP is a 1998 BMW 840 in Grey with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 S280 CDP, 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 S280 CDP?

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What year was S280 CDP registered?

S280 CDP is a 1998 BMW 840, first registered on 17 December 1998.

Is S280 CDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S280 CDP shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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