1998 BMW 840 4.4L Petrol · S145 FAP
1998 BMW 840 (4.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 1998. Recorded mileage 74,001 miles. MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- BMW 840
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,001 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S145 FAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 74,001 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
S145 FAP MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 BMW 840 (S145 FAP) between July 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
S145 FAP Mileage History
- 07/07/202371,993 mi
- 27/03/202472,195 mi+202 mi
- 10/03/202572,606 mi+411 mi
- 10/03/202572,606 mi
- 17/03/202674,001 mi+1,395 mi
Average of roughly 745 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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