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BMW 840

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,398 cc

V1 LALMOT history

V1 LAL is a black petrol BMW 840 first used on 16 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,551 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2025
Mileage
105,551 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 LAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
840
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V1 LAL was last recorded at 105,551 miles on 4 Mar 2024, 1,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,170 miles · 17 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,381 miles
Average per year
2,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,551 miles
  • 2023 – 104,170 miles
  • 2022 – 103,795 miles
  • 2021 – 102,249 miles
  • 2019 – 101,034 miles
  • 2018 – 96,578 miles
  • 2017 – 94,353 miles
  • 2016 – 93,583 miles
  • 2015 – 91,585 miles
  • 2011 – 88,281 miles
  • 2010 – 83,624 miles
  • 2009 – 82,565 miles
  • 2008 – 77,769 miles
  • 2007 – 73,985 miles
  • 2006 – 65,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,551 miles
  • AdvisoryFront sub frame corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake pipes to flex hoses slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner and outer edgesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres wearing low 3/2mm
  • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryRear sub fame corroded

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Rear sub frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,551 miles (+1,381)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    105,551 miles
    Test number
    757108081717
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake pipes to flex hoses slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres wearing low 3/2mm
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear sub fame corroded

  2. Pass104,170 miles (+375)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    104,170 miles
    Test number
    151902088664
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front brake pipes to flex hoses slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyre treads getting low 3mm
    • AdvisoryOffside rear rake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear number plate slightly faded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  3. Pass103,795 miles (+1,546)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    103,795 miles
    Test number
    969257094742
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake pipe to flex hose slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pies corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub frame corroded

  4. Pass102,249 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,249 miles
    Test number
    624304141195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf inner wheel liner broken

  5. Fail102,249 miles (+1,215)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,249 miles
    Test number
    615340269529
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn compliant bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn compliant bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOsf inner wheel liner broken

  6. Pass101,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,034 miles
    Test number
    774136339481
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail101,032 miles (+4,454)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,032 miles
    Test number
    208375396201
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass96,578 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,578 miles
    Test number
    265681384735
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    282451468219
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass94,353 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    94,353 miles
    Test number
    386509722912
    • AdvisoryBoth rear exhaust pipes corroded and slightly blowing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker casings slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn and corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on gearbox

  11. Fail94,350 miles (+2)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,350 miles
    Test number
    476005114192
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker casings slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear trailing arm bushes slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn and corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on engine
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak on gearbox

  12. Fail94,348 miles (+765)4 dangerous3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,348 miles
    Test number
    299783157685
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Braking system leaking under passenger seat (3.6.A.1)
    • DangerousOffside Fuel pipe excessively damaged both pipes front to rear (7.2.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight leak from gearbox

  13. Pass93,583 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    93,583 miles
    Test number
    188150235689
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing marked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing marked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail93,583 miles (+1,998)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,583 miles
    Test number
    869532326158
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing marked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing marked (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass91,585 miles (+8)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,585 miles
    Test number
    599604365124
    • NoteFront wipers slightly perished
    • NoteFuel pipes along floor pan slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake pipes to flex hoses slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front coil springs corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front to rear brake pipes along floor pan and above rear axle slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside front and offside rear tyres worn close to legal limits 2/1.6mm (step tyres)
    • NoteVehicle has been standing
    • NoteVehicle rusty and corroded around front and rear suspension

  16. Fail91,577 miles (+3,296)5 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,577 miles
    Test number
    956761745163
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipes along floor corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front brake pipes to flex hoses slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front coil springs corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside front to rear brake pipes along floor pan slightly corroded and above rear axle
    • NoteNearside rear coil spring corroded
    • NoteOffside front and offside rear tyres worn close to legal limits 2/1.6mm on edges (step tyres)
    • NoteVehicle has been standing
    • NoteVehicle very rusty and corroded in many places on underside

  17. Pass88,281 miles (+4,657)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    88,281 miles
    Test number
    226782931402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,624 miles (+1,059)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,624 miles
    Test number
    942407520113
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front to rear steel brake pipes corroded
    • NoteOffside main fuel pipe heavily corroded

  19. Pass82,565 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    883948299093
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail82,565 miles (+4,796)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    501467399077
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass77,769 miles (+13)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    77,769 miles
    Test number
    711278828187
    • DangerousFront nearside tyre worn close to limit and has a deep cut in outer wall
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail77,756 miles (+3,771)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,756 miles
    Test number
    974360408155
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteN/s and o/s/r suspension arm bushes starting to split and seperate

  23. Pass73,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    73,985 miles
    Test number
    941568307157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail73,985 miles (+8,034)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,985 miles
    Test number
    811297307161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail65,951 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,951 miles
    Test number
    694232416005
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth washer jets partially blocked
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass65,951 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    65,951 miles
    Test number
    944022116074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth washer jets partially blocked
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about V1 LAL

Does V1 LAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V1 LAL expired on 16 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V1 LAL?
The MOT on V1 LAL expired on 16 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V1 LAL done?
V1 LAL was recorded at 105,551 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2024, an average of 2,183 miles a year.
Has V1 LAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 LAL has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on V1 LAL 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 V1 LAL find?
V1 LAL passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2024 with 8 advisories: front sub frame corroded; nearside and offside front brake pipes to flex hoses slightly corroded; nearside and offside front coil springs corroded, and 5 more.

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