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BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto. Check any 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto by registration number below.

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83.4%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.5%

vs BMW Avg

3

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto — MOT Reliability Overview

The BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto has an average MOT pass rate of 83.4%, which is 6.5 percentage points below the BMW brand average of 89.9%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

The most common reasons a BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a tyre cords visible or damaged, a tyre seriously damaged. If you are preparing your 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto performs at MOT across different model years.

2021

Based on 479 vehicles

89.4%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

4.7%

Retest Rate

14.8%

Mileage at 3yr

53k mi

2020

Based on 46 vehicles

87.0%Excellent
BMW average: 89.9%
Dangerous Defects

10.5%

Retest Rate

10.5%

Mileage at 3yr

73k mi

0

Based on 19 vehicles

73.7%Average
BMW average: 89.9%
Mileage at 5yr

30k mi

Top MOT Failures — BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

The most common reasons a BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

2.9%
2

A tyre cords visible or damaged

2.9%
3

A tyre seriously damaged

2.1%
BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Nearside

4.0%

Front Offside

3.1%

Rear Offside

1.7%

Other BMW Models

Compare MOT reliability across BMW models.

BMW 420d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

90.4% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d Sport

87.3% pass rate

BMW X2 Sdrive18d M Sport X Auto

87.0% pass rate

BMW 550

82.4% pass rate

BMW 316 I

89.0% pass rate

BMW 540i Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

75.6% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto

BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto?
The average MOT pass rate for the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto is 83.4% compared to the BMW average of 89.9%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto?
The most common MOT failures on the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (2.9%), A tyre cords visible or damaged (2.9%), A tyre seriously damaged (2.1%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 83.4%, the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto?
Typical mileage for the BMW 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto: 52,551 miles at 3 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 840d Xdrive M Sport Mhev Auto to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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