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N352 VNT

1996 BMW 5 Series

Beige Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

166,787 mi
Last recorded166,787 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 BMW 5 Series129,724 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN352 VNT
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2013 166,787 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 161,429 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both fuel pipes corroded

Fail 21 Apr 2012 161,142 miles

Centre Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Spare tyre defective

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 152,975 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

advise fuel pipes corroded

Pass 19 Jun 2009 145,022 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 138,518 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 133,266 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 133,266 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

o/s/r tyre low tread

suspension pipes corrodid

Pass 13 Jul 2006 128,484 miles

front to rear steel suspension pipes corroded

Fail 4 Jul 2006 128,366 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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N352 VNT is a 1996 BMW 5 Series in Beige with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N352 VNT, 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 N352 VNT registered?

N352 VNT is a 1996 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 2 January 1996.

Is N352 VNT safe to buy?

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