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N120 SCG

1996 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

152,643 mi
Last recorded152,643 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2009
Typical for 1996 BMW 750115,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN120 SCG
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2009 152,643 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2009 152,496 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

air bag light on

near-side fuel tank damaged!

Fail 26 Jul 2008 146,976 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 146,976 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2007 142,444 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2006 139,219 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 139,219 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake master cylinder fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Centre Upper Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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N120 SCG is a 1996 BMW 750 in Blue with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 N120 SCG, 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

How do I check the history of N120 SCG?

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What year was N120 SCG registered?

N120 SCG is a 1996 BMW 750, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N120 SCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for N120 SCG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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