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T588 SET

1999 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,475 mi
Last recorded57,475 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 84082,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT588 SET
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 57,475 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 53,192 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 49,868 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 46,456 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 43,886 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 42,564 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 42,086 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2021 42,063 miles

Central Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drag link offside ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly ASC switch (7.12 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low will not adjust,reflector loose inside lamp (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working ASC (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 41,485 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 40,598 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 40,561 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Yellow warning light on dash

Pass 12 Aug 2016 39,747 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 39,277 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 39,217 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 38,710 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 37,856 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2008 35,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Mar 2008 35,249 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 33,748 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 33,337 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 30 Sep 2005 32,398 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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T588 SET is a 1999 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T588 SET, 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

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What year was T588 SET registered?

T588 SET is a 1999 BMW 840, first registered on 7 April 1999.

Is T588 SET safe to buy?

The MOT history for T588 SET shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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