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YXI 850

1995 BMW 840

Green Petrol 3982cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

213,373 mi
Last recorded213,373 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 1995 BMW 840109,077 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYXI 850
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,982cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 213,373 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 213,294 miles

oil leak

rear brake pipes starting to rust

rusty exhuast

slight play in front steering joints

Pass 7 Apr 2012 212,569 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear diff leaking

Fail 7 Apr 2012 212,569 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear diff leaking

Pass 9 Apr 2011 211,909 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 210,887 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 209,767 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

play in steering

Pass 9 Apr 2008 207,229 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2007 199,081 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2007 199,066 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Fail 10 Apr 2006 196,969 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 196,969 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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YXI 850 is a 1995 BMW 840 in Green with a 3,982cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 109,077 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 YXI 850, 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 31 years old, this BMW 840 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YXI 850?

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What year was YXI 850 registered?

YXI 850 is a 1995 BMW 840, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is YXI 850 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YXI 850 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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