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N36 JOO

1996 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,731 mi
Last recorded148,731 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 750115,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN36 JOO
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 148,731 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 147,746 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 144,831 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 140,773 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside weathered, have water inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive nearside front corner (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 140,773 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside weathered, have water inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive nearside front corner (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 138,805 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive oil residue rear suspension pipe / hose (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

rear hydraulic suspension pipe's / hoses corroding

Pass 21 Dec 2020 136,103 miles

front brake imbalance

rear pipes corroded @ valve,n/s/f inner wing pipe corroded/poor

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 25 Jun 2019 131,236 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

suspension pipes @ valve block area and pipe @ n/s/f inner wing corroded

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 11 Jun 2018 125,302 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

n/s/f brake pipe corroded

rear suspension pipes corroded/poor @ valve block area

unable to assess some areas due to covers

Pass 24 Jun 2017 121,245 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 120,315 miles

Centre Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened to level valve 2 pipes (2.4.D.3)

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 23 Jun 2016 120,313 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint dog leg arm (2.4.G.2)

Centre Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened to level valve 2 pipes (2.4.D.3)

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

Offside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 115,388 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r lower radius arm bush play

oil seepage n/s/f chassis area

suspension pipes corrosion @ rear valve block area

Pass 20 Jun 2014 110,486 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jun 2014 110,486 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2013 109,422 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 109,422 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jun 2012 108,557 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 107,094 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 104,874 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 102,543 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 99,445 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 95,184 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 90,368 miles

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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N36 JOO is a 1996 BMW 750 in Blue with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N36 JOO, 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 N36 JOO registered?

N36 JOO is a 1996 BMW 750, first registered on 28 June 1996.

Is N36 JOO safe to buy?

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