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V322 GLM

1999 BMW 840

Black Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

93,830 mi
Last recorded93,830 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2012
Typical for 1999 BMW 84082,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV322 GLM
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2012 93,830 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2012 93,817 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear top mounts worn

Pass 25 Jul 2011 84,926 miles

N/S/R UPPER OUTER TOP WISH BONE BUSH AS SLIGHT PLAY

PASSENGER WIPER BLADE FAULTY

STONE CHIP IN WINDSCREEN OUT OF "A" ZONE

Pass 19 Jul 2010 752,227 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2010 75,034 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 69,409 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 67,282 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2007 66,832 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 64,059 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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V322 GLM is a 1999 BMW 840 in Black with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 V322 GLM, 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 V322 GLM registered?

V322 GLM is a 1999 BMW 840, first registered on 27 October 1999.

Is V322 GLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for V322 GLM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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