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P96 TBV

1996 BMW 728

Grey Petrol 2793cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

179,313 mi
Last recorded179,313 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 1996 BMW 728126,392 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP96 TBV
MakeBMW
Model728
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,793cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 179,313 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 177,397 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 174,433 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 10 Dec 2015 171,796 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 171,796 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Oct 2014 168,336 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 164,708 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 160,948 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 155,636 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 151,233 miles

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

Pass 29 Dec 2008 142,717 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2007 132,323 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 120,853 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 728?

Based on 84,739 MOT tests across 7,020 vehicles.

71.8%
Pass Rate
5,164
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
7,020
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,391
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 3,768
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,300
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,183
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,071
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P96 TBV is a 1996 BMW 728 in Grey with a 2,793cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 BMW 728 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 126,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 728 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,391 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P96 TBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 728 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this BMW 728 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P96 TBV registered?

P96 TBV is a 1996 BMW 728, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P96 TBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P96 TBV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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