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N344 EKF

1996 BMW 840

Blue Petrol 4398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

201,186 mi
Last recorded201,186 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 BMW 840105,519 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN344 EKF
MakeBMW
Model840
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,398cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2015 201,186 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 190,776 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 182,812 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2011 182,812 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 181,059 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 176,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 171,966 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)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 167,159 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 160,393 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 157,066 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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N344 EKF is a 1996 BMW 840 in Blue with a 4,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N344 EKF, 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 N344 EKF registered?

N344 EKF is a 1996 BMW 840, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is N344 EKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N344 EKF shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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