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BMW 840

Purple · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

T434 KURMOT history

T434 KUR is a purple petrol BMW 840 first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 159,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
159,685 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T434 KUR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T434 KUR was last recorded at 159,685 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 3,223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,462 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,223 miles
Average per year
5,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,685 miles
  • 2025 – 156,462 miles
  • 2024 – 153,053 miles
  • 2023 – 148,491 miles
  • 2022 – 143,533 miles
  • 2021 – 138,851 miles
  • 2020 – 133,592 miles
  • 2019 – 130,005 miles
  • 2018 – 124,500 miles
  • 2017 – 118,338 miles
  • 2016 – 113,629 miles
  • 2015 – 108,379 miles
  • 2014 – 102,853 miles
  • 2013 – 94,447 miles
  • 2012 – 88,547 miles
  • 2011 – 83,208 miles
  • 2010 – 77,385 miles
  • 2009 – 69,540 miles
  • 2008 – 63,576 miles
  • 2007 – 54,435 miles
  • 2006 – 47,416 miles
  • 2005 – 40,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,685 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2017

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 28 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,685 miles (+3,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    159,685 miles
    Test number
    288082188801
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass156,462 miles (+3,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    156,462 miles
    Test number
    621038216126
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass153,053 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    153,053 miles
    Test number
    401472010670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail153,042 miles (+4,551)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,042 miles
    Test number
    434842123739
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass148,491 miles (+4,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,491 miles
    Test number
    464498476374
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass143,533 miles (+4,682)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    143,533 miles
    Test number
    886164563005
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Brake reaction arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Starting to wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,851 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    138,851 miles
    Test number
    664239479820
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s/front brake reaction arm ball joint boot deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight grease emitting from cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail138,851 miles (+5,259)2 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,851 miles
    Test number
    459487295629
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s/front brake reaction arm ball joint boot deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight grease emitting from cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass133,592 miles (+3,587)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    133,592 miles
    Test number
    118074132270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass130,005 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    130,005 miles
    Test number
    975747663347
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  11. Fail130,003 miles (+5,503)1 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,003 miles
    Test number
    986546749136
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush shock absorber top mount bush worn/split (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush shock absorber top mount bush worn /split (5.3.2 (c))

  12. Pass124,500 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    124,500 miles
    Test number
    947398305749
    • AdvisoryAll Suspension Dust Covers At Rear Of Vehicle Perished But Still Full Of Grease And Preventing Ingress Of Dirt
    • AdvisoryRear Shock Absorber Top Mount Corroded But Not Excessively
    • AdvisoryRear Shock Absorber Top Mount Rubber Worn But No Excessive Play Detected

  13. Fail124,467 miles (+6,129)10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,467 miles
    Test number
    826726662128
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened n/s/rear top shock rubber mount split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened o/s/rear top shock mount rubber split (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass118,338 miles (+4,709)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,338 miles
    Test number
    371236558567
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre also worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s/rear shock top mounting deteriorating (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush o/s/rear top shock mounting deteriora ting. (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass113,629 miles (+218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,629 miles
    Test number
    696926303341
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  16. Fail113,411 miles (+5,032)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,411 miles
    Test number
    548693581797
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush play in o/s/front drop link. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass108,379 miles (+5,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,379 miles
    Test number
    295514675488
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail102,853 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,853 miles
    Test number
    748163964183
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  19. Pass102,853 miles (+8,406)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    102,853 miles
    Test number
    817253764122
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)

  20. Pass94,447 miles (+5,900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,447 miles
    Test number
    977390873151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail88,547 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,547 miles
    Test number
    109669972137
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  22. Pass88,547 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    88,547 miles
    Test number
    725579972137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass83,208 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    83,208 miles
    Test number
    478532571178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  24. Fail83,208 miles (+5,823)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,208 miles
    Test number
    998502671151
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass77,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,385 miles
    Test number
    624469570113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail77,385 miles (+7,845)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,385 miles
    Test number
    692399570127
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

  27. Pass69,540 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    69,540 miles
    Test number
    660117379192
    • NoteBoth front antiroll bar links have play
    • NoteOsfront inner track rod end has a split in the gauter.

  28. Fail69,540 miles (+5,964)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,540 miles
    Test number
    163445079142
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteBoth front antiroll bar links have play
    • NoteOsfront inner track rod end has a split in the gauter.

  29. Pass63,576 miles (+9,141)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    63,576 miles
    Test number
    261822678163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass54,435 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    54,435 miles
    Test number
    881489977184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail54,430 miles (+7,014)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,430 miles
    Test number
    441278677156
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

  32. Pass47,416 miles (+7,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    47,416 miles
    Test number
    804527476168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  33. Pass40,155 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    40,155 miles
    Test number
    223129875133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T434 KUR

Does T434 KUR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T434 KUR is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T434 KUR?
The MOT on T434 KUR is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T434 KUR done?
T434 KUR was recorded at 159,685 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 5,695 miles a year.
Has T434 KUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T434 KUR has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T434 KUR 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 T434 KUR find?
T434 KUR passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front hydraulic leak, but not excessive.

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