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GIG 5279

1996 BMW 750

Red Petrol 4988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

193,165 mi
Last recorded193,165 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2010
Typical for 1996 BMW 750115,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIG 5279
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,988cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2010 193,165 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 190,610 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 185,894 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 185,894 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 178,121 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 167,316 miles

Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

near side front track rod end ball joint has slight play

near side tyre worn close to the legal limit

off side front tyre worn close to the legal limit

Fail 15 Feb 2007 167,316 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Inner Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 162,913 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2006 162,906 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

How Reliable is the BMW 750?

Based on 25,710 MOT tests across 2,426 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
4,144
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
2,426
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 876
Brake pipe excessively corroded 801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 487
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 426
position lamp(s) not working 369
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GIG 5279 is a 1996 BMW 750 in Red with a 4,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 BMW 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 115,393 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 876 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GIG 5279, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this BMW 750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GIG 5279 registered?

GIG 5279 is a 1996 BMW 750, first registered on 11 October 1996.

Is GIG 5279 safe to buy?

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