£8,372 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)
1996 BMW 840Ci Modern classic with a comprehensive history folder
United Kingdom • 7 Mar 2026 • Lot 104
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1996 BMW 840Ci, with 108,250 miles, benefits from a comprehensive history and recent mechanical work, including a cooling system overhaul and new tires. Cosmetically, it presents age-related imperfections like rust and paint issues, but the interior is in good condition and is offered with extensive paperwork.
Condition
6
The car is described as being in good mechanical condition with over £7,000 of maintenance since 2018. However, there are age-related imperfections such as small patches of rust, rear-window edge delamination, bonnet fade, hazing on the driver’s A-pillar, and various marks, chips, and scratches around the body. The interior is described as good. This indicates moderate wear and the need for some reconditioning.
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Automatic
Transmission:
WBAEF820X0CC66253
Chassis No:
Odometer:
108,000 miles
B4 ONH
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
First registered on 25th October 1996, this BMW 840Ci Auto is finished in what is believed to be Calypso Red Metallic and is powered by the 4.4‑litre V8 M62 engine, showing approximately 108,000 miles.
It is accompanied by a substantial history file, and the cherished registration B4 ONH will remain with the car.
The current owner purchased the vehicle last year but has had little opportunity to enjoy it, and is now looking for it to pass to a new enthusiast.
The car is described as being in good mechanical condition, supported by over £7,000 of maintenance expenditure by previous owners since 2018.
Recent work has been extensive and includes a re‑trimmed headlining, a brake fluid change, a gearbox service, welding to the rear inner and outer sills, and a full cooling‑system overhaul comprising a new radiator, expansion tank, various hoses, and fresh coolant.
The sunroof seal has also been replaced and rust‑treated, and the wheel arches present well.
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Points of note
£4,725
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£13,267
Median Price (Since 2020)
£56,310
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Jan 04 2027
Latest MOT Mileage
108,031 miles
Registration Date
1996-10-25
MOT History
Passed
On Jan 05 2026 with 108,031 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- underside heavily undersealed
Passed
On Dec 12 2024 with 106,778 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Offside Drivers seat does not fold forward
- Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox and rear diff generally oily (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front flexis slightly corroded at unions (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres showing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- underside heavily undersealed
Passed
On Dec 07 2023 with 106,225 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Minor:
- Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded
- under side heavily undersealed
- various oil leaks
Passed
On Dec 09 2022 with 105,754 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- under side of vechicle heavy underseal
- Nearside Rear service bake has very slight lag
- Offside Front service brake has very slight lag
Passed
On Dec 22 2021 with 105,429 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- UNDER SIDE COVERED IN THICKLY APPLIED UNDER SEAL
- Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Nearside Rear foot brake slight lag in operation
- Nearside Front foot brake slight lag inoperation
Failed
On Dec 21 2021 with 105,428 miles
There were 4 defects noted, with 2 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
Advisory:
- UNDER SIDE COVERED IN THICKLY APPLIED UNDER SEAL
Passed
On Nov 11 2020 with 104,292 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- rear section of the exhaust is a little rusty
- fuel pipes are a little rusty
- both front coil springs are a little rusty
Failed
On Nov 11 2020 with 104,291 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Major:
- Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- rear section of the exhaust is a little rusty
- fuel pipes are a little rusty
- both front coil springs are a little rusty
Passed
On Nov 25 2019 with 102,762 miles
Passed
On Nov 29 2018 with 99,632 miles
Failed
On Nov 29 2018 with 99,631 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Major:
- Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Passed
On Oct 02 2014 with 97,187 miles
Failed
On Oct 11 2013 with 96,344 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Passed
On Oct 11 2013 with 96,344 miles
Passed
On Oct 17 2012 with 86,629 miles
Passed
On Aug 05 2011 with 80,559 miles
Failed
On Jul 29 2011 with 80,559 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory:
- Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Jul 27 2010 with 80,192 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Passed
On Aug 10 2009 with 77,723 miles
Passed
On Aug 11 2008 with 70,928 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed
On Aug 01 2007 with 68,144 miles
Passed
On Aug 18 2006 with 62,378 miles
There were 9 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
User Entered:
- two pieces of metal in n/s/r tyre
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