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HHZ 1327

1996 BMW 5 Series

White Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

128,457 mi
Last recorded128,457 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 BMW 5 Series129,724 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHZ 1327
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2016 128,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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)

Fail 10 Aug 2016 128,457 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 124,170 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 116,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 110,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 106,427 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 47,110 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 94,091 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2009 87,590 miles

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)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 81,442 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 75,097 miles

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

offside front tyre starting to crack

Pass 22 Jul 2006 69,570 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 65,024 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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HHZ 1327 is a 1996 BMW 5 Series in White with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 129,724 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HHZ 1327, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this BMW 5 Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HHZ 1327 registered?

HHZ 1327 is a 1996 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is HHZ 1327 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHZ 1327 shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HHZ 1327 have outstanding finance?

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