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P363 NOV

1996 BMW 735

Blue Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

151,942 mi
Last recorded151,942 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP363 NOV
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 151,942 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 142,584 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 135,229 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 131,245 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 128,804 miles

oil leak

Pass 24 Aug 2018 122,432 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 119,878 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 118,117 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 118,111 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2015 118,109 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 117,245 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 112,993 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 107,719 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 104,370 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2010 101,838 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2009 98,647 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2008 95,691 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 92,252 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 87,295 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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P363 NOV is a 1996 BMW 735 in Blue with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P363 NOV, 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 P363 NOV registered?

P363 NOV is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P363 NOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P363 NOV shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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