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BMW 840

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 4,398 cc

N404 YRXMOT history

N404 YRX is a green petrol BMW 840 first used on 16 May 1996. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jun 2027
Mileage
142,180 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N404 YRX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
16 May 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

N404 YRX was last recorded at 142,180 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,865 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
315 miles
Average per year
2,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,180 miles
  • 2025 – 141,865 miles
  • 2024 – 141,253 miles
  • 2023 – 140,766 miles
  • 2021 – 140,580 miles
  • 2019 – 139,618 miles
  • 2018 – 138,965 miles
  • 2017 – 138,300 miles
  • 2016 – 136,477 miles
  • 2015 – 135,650 miles
  • 2014 – 135,618 miles
  • 2013 – 131,773 miles
  • 2012 – 131,015 miles
  • 2010 – 122,510 miles
  • 2009 – 103,445 miles
  • 2008 – 91,109 miles
  • 2007 – 88,372 miles
  • 2005 – 87,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,180 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • O/S/F wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Odometer does not illuminate and the centre display is faulty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Spare wheel does not have a tyre fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Various slight engine and A/C oil leaks

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,180 miles (+315)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    142,180 miles
    Test number
    477007433502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,865 miles (+612)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    141,865 miles
    Test number
    910175440650
    • AdvisoryFront lower suspension arms ball joint dust covers starting to deteriorate

  3. Pass141,253 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    141,253 miles
    Test number
    374766959369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,766 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,766 miles
    Test number
    311443895110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,580 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    140,580 miles
    Test number
    207177055026
    • AdvisoryO/S/F wheel bearing slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryOdometer does not illuminate and the centre display is faulty
    • AdvisorySpare wheel does not have a tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryVarious bodywork damage and corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious slight engine and A/C oil leaks

  6. Fail140,580 miles (+106)8 major1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,580 miles
    Test number
    152931524585
    • MajorElectrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit horn wiring (4.11 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded all pipes (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F bottom ball joint dust cover split but is not allowing the ingress of dirt
    • AdvisoryO/S/F wheel bearing slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryAll the fuel pipes are heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryAll tyre worn on the inner edges and both front tyres are worn to 3mm (tyre ages from 2011/2012)
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates slightly delaminating
    • AdvisoryBoth rear radius arm rear bushes are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension hub top bushes have play
    • AdvisoryBoth transmission cooler pipes and the A/C pipes are slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryDiagnostic port in the engine bay is insecure
    • AdvisoryOdometer does not illuminate and the centre display is faulty
    • AdvisoryRear differential pinion seal and both rear shock absorbers are leaking slightly
    • AdvisorySpare wheel does not have a tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryThe bonnet N/S second catch sticky in operation
    • AdvisoryVarious bodywork corrosion and damage
    • AdvisoryVarious slight engine and A/C oil leaks
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody and component corrosion

  7. Fail140,474 miles (+856)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,474 miles
    Test number
    567726802883
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer joint to hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer joint with hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. Pass139,618 miles (+653)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,618 miles
    Test number
    394092807820
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded both feed and return pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear diff

  9. Pass138,965 miles (+665)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    138,965 miles
    Test number
    107711620753
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass138,300 miles (+1,823)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    138,300 miles
    Test number
    378023737419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass136,477 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    136,477 miles
    Test number
    238313501765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,650 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    135,650 miles
    Test number
    845124725233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail135,636 miles (+18)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,636 miles
    Test number
    386514075122
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass135,618 miles (+3,845)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2015
    Odometer
    135,618 miles
    Test number
    739702024150
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass131,773 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2014
    Odometer
    131,773 miles
    Test number
    256544023199
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail131,773 miles (+758)7 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,773 miles
    Test number
    807524723174
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass131,015 miles (+8,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    131,015 miles
    Test number
    397539552055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass122,510 miles (+19,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    122,510 miles
    Test number
    531216240240
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass103,445 miles (+12,336)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    103,445 miles
    Test number
    650396049248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass91,109 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    91,109 miles
    Test number
    692371568283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,107 miles (+2,735)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,107 miles
    Test number
    350939548264
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  22. Pass88,372 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    88,372 miles
    Test number
    570521857213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,280 miles (+416)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,280 miles
    Test number
    173235777459
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass87,864 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    87,864 miles
    Test number
    660899555230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail87,852 miles4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,852 miles
    Test number
    920601055235
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about N404 YRX

Does N404 YRX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on N404 YRX is valid until 10 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on N404 YRX?
The MOT on N404 YRX is valid until 10 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has N404 YRX done?
N404 YRX was recorded at 142,180 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 2,621 miles a year.
Has N404 YRX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N404 YRX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on N404 YRX 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 N404 YRX find?
N404 YRX passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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