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V595 OGC

1999 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

117,349 mi
Last recorded117,349 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW 84082,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV595 OGC
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 117,349 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 116,471 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 114,123 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 112,982 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 112,144 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 111,415 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 110,476 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 110,177 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 109,342 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 108,620 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 107,780 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 106,953 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 106,414 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 106,002 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 105,610 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 104,863 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 104,262 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 103,240 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 101,076 miles

nearside front tyre small cut in sidewall, not exposing cords.

slight play in o/s anmd n/s rear wheel/suspention.

Fail 13 Sep 2007

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

owner liable to refit incorrect no.plates

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 95,233 miles

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

owner liable to refit incorrect no.plates

Pass 25 Sep 2006 87,616 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

no.plates stuck on

o/s seatback wont release

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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V595 OGC is a 1999 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 V595 OGC, 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 V595 OGC registered?

V595 OGC is a 1999 BMW 840, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V595 OGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V595 OGC shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V595 OGC have outstanding finance?

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