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N523 FLH

1996 BMW 750

Black Petrol 5379cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

105,291 mi
Last recorded105,291 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 750115,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN523 FLH
MakeBMW
Model750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,379cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 105,291 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 105,265 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 105,243 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 104,868 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 104,538 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 104,518 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2020 103,372 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 102,735 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play suspension front arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play suspension rear arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play suspension front arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play suspension rear arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2018 101,465 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 99,881 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 96,888 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 93,746 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 90,363 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 81,886 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 85,498 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 85,498 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 84,051 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 84,051 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2010 83,030 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2009 82,026 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 80,130 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 77,137 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 74,340 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 71,165 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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N523 FLH is a 1996 BMW 750 in Black with a 5,379cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 N523 FLH, 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.

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What year was N523 FLH registered?

N523 FLH is a 1996 BMW 750, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N523 FLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N523 FLH shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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