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M24 NNJ

1996 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

139,081 mi
Last recorded139,081 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 BMW 840105,519 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM24 NNJ
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2013 139,081 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 139,080 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 137,644 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 137,360 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2008 137,626 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 133,155 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 128,492 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2005 119,902 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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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M24 NNJ is a 1996 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 BMW 840 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 105,519 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 M24 NNJ, 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 30 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 M24 NNJ registered?

M24 NNJ is a 1996 BMW 840, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is M24 NNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M24 NNJ shows 8 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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