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BMW 840

Blue · Petrol · 1995 · 3,982 cc

M830 LPFMOT history

M830 LPF is a blue petrol BMW 840 first used on 27 Apr 1995. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2023 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 85,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2023
Mileage
85,429 mi
At MOT on 28 Jun 2022
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
657 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M830 LPF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,982 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
27 Apr 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

M830 LPF was last recorded at 85,429 miles on 28 Jun 2022, 1,057 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,372 miles · 12 Sept 2018
Between the last two tests
1,057 miles
Average per year
657 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,429 miles
  • 2018 – 84,372 miles
  • 2014 – 83,909 miles
  • 2013 – 82,846 miles
  • 2011 – 81,164 miles
  • 2010 – 81,149 miles
  • 2009 – 79,835 miles
  • 2008 – 78,380 miles
  • 2007 – 76,871 miles
  • 2006 – 74,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,429 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

13 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,429 miles (+1,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    85,429 miles
    Test number
    798858741083
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  2. Pass84,372 miles (+463)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    84,372 miles
    Test number
    611457123187
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass83,909 miles (+1,063)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,909 miles
    Test number
    135271104147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  4. Pass82,846 miles (+1,682)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    82,846 miles
    Test number
    168910003141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  5. Fail81,164 miles3 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,164 miles
    Test number
    337411581410
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag light on.
    • NoteFront passenger seat doesnt tilt forward.

  6. Pass81,164 miles (+15)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    81,164 miles
    Test number
    709521981299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAirbag light on.
    • NoteFront passenger seat doesnt tilt forward.

  7. Pass81,149 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,149 miles
    Test number
    812796110249
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSeat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

  8. Fail81,149 miles (+1,314)1 dangerous4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,149 miles
    Test number
    532452510245
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSeat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

  9. Pass79,835 miles (+1,455)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    79,835 miles
    Test number
    774269229266
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass78,380 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    78,380 miles
    Test number
    370679738482
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail78,346 miles (+1,475)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,346 miles
    Test number
    562024528295
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass76,871 miles (+2,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,871 miles
    Test number
    643560027139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass74,830 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    74,830 miles
    Test number
    712943736132
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about M830 LPF

Does M830 LPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M830 LPF expired on 27 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M830 LPF?
The MOT on M830 LPF expired on 27 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M830 LPF done?
M830 LPF was recorded at 85,429 miles at its MOT on 28 Jun 2022, an average of 657 miles a year.
Has M830 LPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M830 LPF has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2011.
Has the mileage on M830 LPF ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on M830 LPF find?
M830 LPF passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2022 with 2 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front/rear; fuel pipe/s corroded.

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