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N421 XFJ

1996 BMW 750

Blue Petrol 5397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

157,839 mi
Last recorded157,839 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2013
Typical for 1996 BMW 750115,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN421 XFJ
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,397cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2013 157,839 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 157,772 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 153,499 miles

offside front tyre sidewall cut

Fail 13 Apr 2012 153,419 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

offside front tyre sidewall cut

Pass 3 May 2011 148,794 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010

both rears & n/s/f tyre treads getting low.....

Pass 1 May 2009 134,193 miles

under body fuel pipe corroded...

Pass 16 Apr 2008 126,009 miles

off side rear indicator poor condition

Fail 11 Apr 2008 125,922 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

off side rear indicator poor condition

Pass 9 May 2007 121,272 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 8 May 2006 115,072 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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N421 XFJ is a 1996 BMW 750 in Blue with a 5,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N421 XFJ, 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 N421 XFJ registered?

N421 XFJ is a 1996 BMW 750, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N421 XFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N421 XFJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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