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T840 AJM

1999 BMW 840

Purple Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

143,003 mi
Last recorded143,003 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2023
Typical for 1999 BMW 84082,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT840 AJM
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2023 143,003 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 142,662 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 141,046 miles

Central Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Central Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken but exhaust still secure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 141,034 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

general under body surface rust

Pass 14 Jun 2018 139,674 miles

slight brake judder

Pass 17 Mar 2016 138,005 miles

front to rear brake pies corroding

front washers poor

sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2014 137,055 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 136,905 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 136,572 miles

Body has slight corrosion

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Oct 2011 134,460 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 132,982 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 4 Jun 2010 126,515 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 124,319 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 122,733 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 120,355 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2007 120,355 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 117,547 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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T840 AJM is a 1999 BMW 840 in Purple with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 T840 AJM, 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 T840 AJM registered?

T840 AJM is a 1999 BMW 840, first registered on 25 March 1999.

Is T840 AJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T840 AJM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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