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P372 HGM

1996 BMW 735

Green Petrol 3498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

147,346 mi
Last recorded147,346 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2010
Typical for 1996 BMW 735119,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP372 HGM
MakeBMW
Model735
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2010 147,346 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 20 Jul 2009 144,508 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 144,501 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 142,421 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 139,345 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 137,100 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 May 2006 137,100 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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P372 HGM is a 1996 BMW 735 in Green with a 3,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P372 HGM, 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 P372 HGM registered?

P372 HGM is a 1996 BMW 735, first registered on 25 September 1996.

Is P372 HGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P372 HGM shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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