CarVerify

Free Car Check

T83 SGH

1999 BMW 840

Black Petrol 4398cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

160,340 mi
Last recorded160,340 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2021
Typical for 1999 BMW 84082,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this BMW
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationT83 SGH
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2021 160,340 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension component's corroded

fuel pipe corroded front to rear

Pass 2 Sep 2020 160,255 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody has general corrosion

Pass 5 Aug 2019 160,136 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 159,930 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 159,175 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 158,466 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2016 158,466 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 157,677 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 156,935 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2014 156,935 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 156,116 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 155,083 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 153,317 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2010 151,944 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 150,749 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 147,614 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 143,543 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 139,807 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
Full BMW 840 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

T83 SGH is a 1999 BMW 840 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T83 SGH, 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 T83 SGH?

You can check the full history of T83 SGH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T83 SGH registered?

T83 SGH is a 1999 BMW 840, first registered on 30 June 1999.

Is T83 SGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for T83 SGH shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T83 SGH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T83 SGH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.