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11 Model Years Analyzed

BMW 840
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics

Average pass rate across all model years (1993-2020), based on 799 DVSA recorded tests.

84.1%

Average Pass Rate

11

Model Years

1k

Tests Analyzed

Most Tested Year

1997 BMW 840 MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures

82.7% pass rateBased on 202 DVSA tests

Pass Rate by Year

202080%

5 tests

2019100%

8 tests

201862.5%

8 tests

200075%

4 tests

199985%

127 tests

199885.5%

145 tests

199782.7%

202 tests

199684.1%

107 tests

199585.7%

133 tests

199481.5%

54 tests

199383.3%

6 tests

Most Common Failures Across All Years

  1. 1Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded
  2. 2A tyre seriously damaged
  3. 3A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
  4. 4Leaking brake pipe or connection on an air brake system
  5. 5Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average MOT pass rate for a BMW 840?

The BMW 840 has an average 84.1% MOT pass rate across model years 1993 to 2020, based on DVSA test data.

What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 840?

The most common MOT failure reasons for the BMW 840 across all years are: brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a tyre seriously damaged, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.

Which BMW 840 year has the best MOT pass rate?

MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific BMW 840 model years.