MOT Stats


Vehicle types : Car : BMW : 840 : 1997

BMW 840 1997

Tests: 160

Pass rate: 78.75%

Most common fail reasons

#ReasonFail codeCategory%
1Headlamp aim outwith limits.4.1.2(a)Major26%
2Windscreen washers not providing sufficient fluid.3.5(a)Major21%
3Suspension joint dust cover missing or ineffective.5.3.4(b)(ii)Major15%
4Emissions levels exceed the manufacturer's specified limits.8.2.1.2(a)Major12%
5Suspension pin, bush, joint or bearing excessively worn.5.3.4(a)(i)Major12%
6Emissions lambda coefficient outwith limits.8.2.1.2(c)Major12%
7Wiper blade missing or not clearing the windscreen.3.4(b)(ii)Major9%
8Anti-lock braking system warning device shows system malfunction.1.6(b)Major9%
9Electrical wiring insecure.4.11(a)(ii)Major9%
10ESC MIL indicates a system malfunction.7.12(e)Major6%
Tests date range:
10th February 2023 to 9th February 2024

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