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M88 OYD

1996 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

134,365 mi
Last recorded134,365 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 BMW 840105,519 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 OYD
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 134,365 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 134,355 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2022 134,058 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2022 134,046 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 133,880 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 133,794 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 133,790 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2016 133,125 miles

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush upper and lower (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 125,874 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 119,741 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 113,577 miles

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

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

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 27 Oct 2012 107,857 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 102,381 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2010 96,303 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2009 89,811 miles

slight play in steering mechanism

Pass 25 Oct 2008 81,594 miles

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

slight play im steering mechanism

Pass 28 Sep 2007 73,978 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2006 67,846 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 60,789 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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M88 OYD is a 1996 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 M88 OYD, 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 M88 OYD registered?

M88 OYD is a 1996 BMW 840, first registered on 4 November 1996.

Is M88 OYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for M88 OYD shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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