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N98 BNF

1996 BMW 735

Grey Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

175,119 mi
Last recorded175,119 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN98 BNF
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 175,119 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 27 Oct 2022 169,526 miles

engine covers fitted obscuring some under side components

Pass 28 Oct 2021 167,043 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 165,529 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 162,821 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 152,767 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

UNDER TRAY FITTED

Fail 5 Feb 2018 152,764 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2014 149,412 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2013 145,212 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 142,990 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 140,561 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2011 140,561 miles

Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 137,761 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 134,269 miles

Offside Rear Lower Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 131,527 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 128,804 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 125,901 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 122,163 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 735?

Based on 51,279 MOT tests across 5,701 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
4,383
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
5,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,292
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,707
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,582
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,324
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,237
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N98 BNF is a 1996 BMW 735 in Grey with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 BMW 735 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 119,184 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 735 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,292 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N98 BNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 735 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this BMW 735 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N98 BNF registered?

N98 BNF is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 25 April 1996.

Is N98 BNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N98 BNF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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