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V840 LEC

1999 BMW 840

Silver Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,077 mi
Last recorded50,077 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2008
Typical for 1999 BMW 84082,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV840 LEC
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2008 50,077 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 50,013 miles

fuel pipes started to corosion

n/s track rod end bal joint grease cover loose

Pass 21 Aug 2006 49,996 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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V840 LEC is a 1999 BMW 840 in Silver with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V840 LEC, 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 V840 LEC registered?

V840 LEC is a 1999 BMW 840, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V840 LEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V840 LEC shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V840 LEC have outstanding finance?

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