10 gal per hour? I find it hard to believe an 0-235 could run that rich (it would have been a fuel/air ratio of about 4 to 1). It is more likely a fuel leak (a loose fuel cap?) or there wasn't as much fuel in the tanks as you thought.

I would reconsider blaming the aircraft for you running out of fuel unless you can PROVE it was not your fault. Interviewers like to hear you admit your mistake, what you learned, and how you avoid it in the future.

Just a suggestion