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XAZ 5579

1997 BMW 840

Green Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,204 mi
Last recorded89,204 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 BMW 840100,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAZ 5579
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 89,204 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 89,129 miles

Nearside Front tyre slight cracking outer edges

Offside Rear Lower sill surface corrosion

Pass 15 Dec 2015 88,854 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2015 88,839 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 87,951 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 87,733 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 86,147 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2011 86,145 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 84,474 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 82,921 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 80,266 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 76,864 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2006 76,600 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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XAZ 5579 is a 1997 BMW 840 in Green with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 100,467 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 XAZ 5579, 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 29 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 XAZ 5579 registered?

XAZ 5579 is a 1997 BMW 840, first registered on 2 May 1997.

Is XAZ 5579 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XAZ 5579 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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