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P195 HHJ

1996 BMW 735

Red Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,009 mi
Last recorded117,009 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP195 HHJ
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 117,009 miles

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

both rear brake discs pitted

Pass 15 Jun 2011 115,426 miles

N/S inner steering arm ball joint gaiter split

both front brake discs rusted and pitted

both rear brake discs rusted and pitted

Pass 17 Jun 2010 113,496 miles

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

all four brake discs corroded and pitted

Pass 16 Jun 2009 108,006 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 1 May 2008 106,188 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

o/s door mirror deteriorating

Pass 20 Apr 2007 102,442 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside handbrake cable in poor condition

Fail 20 Apr 2007 102,442 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 98,418 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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P195 HHJ is a 1996 BMW 735 in Red with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P195 HHJ, 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 P195 HHJ registered?

P195 HHJ is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P195 HHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P195 HHJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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