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N103 PUV

1996 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

188,568 mi
Last recorded188,568 miles
Recorded on3 May 2007
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN103 PUV
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 May 2007 188,568 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 179,916 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2006 179,916 miles

Brake lever locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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N103 PUV is a 1996 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1996 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 119,184 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 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N103 PUV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N103 PUV registered?

N103 PUV is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 12 April 1996.

Is N103 PUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N103 PUV shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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