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BMW 840

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

S34 MBYMOT history

S34 MBY is a red petrol BMW 840 first used on 21 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 28 Jun 2014 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 103,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jun 2014
Mileage
103,797 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S34 MBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jun 2014
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S34 MBY was last recorded at 103,797 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jun 2013.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,394 miles · 29 Jun 2013
Between the last two tests
403 miles
Average per year
1,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,797 miles
  • 2013 – 103,394 miles
  • 2012 – 101,882 miles
  • 2010 – 99,214 miles
  • 2009 – 99,186 miles
  • 2008 – 95,632 miles
  • 2007 – 88,786 miles
  • 2006 – 88,577 miles
  • 2005 – 80,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,797 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front bump stop deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside reverse light not working
  • AdvisoryOffside Front bump stop deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail103,797 miles (+403)4 dangerous10 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,797 miles
    Test number
    982001220994
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working

  2. Pass103,394 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,394 miles
    Test number
    238620983494
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  3. Fail103,394 miles (+1,512)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,394 miles
    Test number
    836755673187
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  4. Pass101,882 miles (+2,668)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    101,882 miles
    Test number
    328083502096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass99,214 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    99,214 miles
    Test number
    343866280428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,186 miles (+3,554)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    99,186 miles
    Test number
    142389509452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass95,632 miles (+6,846)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    95,632 miles
    Test number
    984314208014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,786 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    88,786 miles
    Test number
    491290917084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,784 miles (+207)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    663028707074
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Fail88,577 miles (+8,469)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,577 miles
    Test number
    504475456345
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteScuff on o/s/r outer sill
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering idler
    • NoteTyres front 235/45/17 rear265/40/17 o/s/f worn on inner edge

  11. Pass80,108 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    80,108 miles
    Test number
    761733055355
    • NoteSlight frontal damage slight crack front no plate

Questions about S34 MBY

Does S34 MBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S34 MBY expired on 28 Jun 2014, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S34 MBY?
The MOT on S34 MBY expired on 28 Jun 2014. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S34 MBY done?
S34 MBY was recorded at 103,797 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 1,139 miles a year.
Has S34 MBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S34 MBY has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S34 MBY 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 S34 MBY find?
S34 MBY failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 4 dangerous defects, 10 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; offside front tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 15 more.

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