MOT Status
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152,899 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
Oil leak
front brake discs deteriorating
How Reliable is the BMW 540?
Based on 50,016 MOT tests across 4,152 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S8 VMR is a 2001 BMW 540 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.
Across all 2001 BMW 540 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 106,299 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a BMW 540 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,881 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S8 VMR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The BMW 540 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 540 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of S8 VMR?
You can check the full history of S8 VMR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was S8 VMR registered?
S8 VMR is a 2001 BMW 540, first registered on 16 March 2001.
Is S8 VMR safe to buy?
The MOT history for S8 VMR 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.
Does S8 VMR have outstanding finance?
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