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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 840. Check any 840 by registration number below.

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85.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.4%

vs BMW Avg

9

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

BMW 840 — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 840 has an average MOT pass rate of 85.5%, which is 4.4 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 840 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 840 fails its MOT are warning device shows system malfunction, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your 840 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW 840, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 840 performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 60 vehicles

100.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Mileage at 5yr

68k mi

1999

Based on 399 vehicles

86.5%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

7.7%

1998

Based on 499 vehicles

87.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.0%

Retest Rate

9.2%

1997

Based on 685 vehicles

87.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.8%

Retest Rate

8.6%

1996

Based on 329 vehicles

80.9%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.7%

Retest Rate

12.7%

1995

Based on 448 vehicles

79.0%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

0.3%

Retest Rate

16.0%

1994

Based on 201 vehicles

74.6%Average
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

1.3%

Retest Rate

15.9%

1993

Based on 32 vehicles

90.6%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

7.4%

0

Based on 799 vehicles

83.1%Good
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

108k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 840

The most common reasons a BMW 840 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Warning device shows system malfunction

5.5%
2

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

5.0%
3

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

3.4%
4

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.3%
5

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

3.3%
BMW 840 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 840

BMW 840 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 840 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 840?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 840 is 85.5% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 840?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW 840 are: Warning device shows system malfunction (5.5%), A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED (5.0%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (3.4%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW 840 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 85.5%, the BMW 840 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 840?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 840?
Typical mileage for the BMW 840: 68,398 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 840 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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