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T317 BLR

1999 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

24,833 mi
Last recorded24,833 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 84082,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT317 BLR
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 24,833 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 24,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing through inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing through inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 23,869 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracks appearing around tread on all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2017 23,675 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 23,147 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 21,609 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 20,817 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 20,804 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 20,790 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 20,566 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 20,552 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 May 2008 19,829 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 18,206 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 17,663 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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T317 BLR is a 1999 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 82,746 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 T317 BLR, 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 27 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 T317 BLR?

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What year was T317 BLR registered?

T317 BLR is a 1999 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T317 BLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T317 BLR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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